03 05 2014 Council Agenda
The Township of Oro-Medonte
Council Meeting Agenda
Council Chambers
Wednesday, March 5, 2014
9:00 a.m. - Closed Session
10:00 a.m. - Open Session
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1.CALL TO ORDER - PRIVATE PRAYER/MOMENT OF REFLECTION:
2.ADOPTION OF AGENDA:
a) Motion to Adopt the Agenda.
3.DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST:
4.CLOSED SESSION ITEMS:
a) Motion to go In Closed Session.
b) Motion to Rise and Report.
c) Doug Irwin, Director of Corporate Services/Clerk re: Acquisition/disposition of
land (School House Road).
5.MINUTES OF COUNCIL AND COMMITTEES:
5 - 8a) Minutes of Heritage Committee meeting held on Monday, February 24,
2014.
9 - 23b) Minutes of Council meeting held on Wednesday, February 26, 2014.
6.RECOGNITION OF ACHIEVEMENTS:
None.
7.PUBLIC MEETINGS:
None.
8.DEPUTATIONS:
24 - 28 a) 10:00am George Anderson, Barry Smith re: Fire Master Plan \[Refer to Item
10b)\].
9.IDENTIFICATION FROM THE PUBLIC OF AN AGENDA ITEM OF
INTEREST:
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10.REPORTS OF MUNICIPAL OFFICERS:
a) 10:30am Sgt. Giuseppe (Joe) Pileggi, Barrie Detachment, Ontario Provincial
Police, re: Quarterly Statistics.
29 - 66 b) Report No. FD2014-03, Hugh, Murray, Fire Chief re: Master Fire Plan \[from
February 26, 2014 meeting\].
67 - 78 c) Report No. CSI2014-04, Donna Hewitt, Director of Corporate & Strategic
Initiatives re: Corporate Projects Status Update February 28, 2014.
79 - 95 d) Report No. DS2014-07, Andria Leigh, Director of Development Services re:
Request for Pre-Servicing Agreement by 2353970 Ontario, Reids Ridge Draft
Plan of Subdivision, Application 2004-SUB-02, Part of Lot 19, Concession 9
(Medonte), Township of Oro-Medonte \[to be distributed at meeting\], \[Refer to
Item 15a)\].
e) Report No. DS2014-012, Andria Leigh, Director of Development Services
re: Request for Alternate Securities for Pre-Servicing Agreement (Turtle
River Subdivision - Prices Corners) \[to be distributed at meeting\] -
Withdrawn
.
96 - 110 f) Report No. DS 2014-013, Andria Leigh, Director of Development Services re:
Street Naming and Revised conditions of Draft Plan Approval Draft Plan of
Subdivision (Landscape Drive Phase 3), Part of Lots 3 & 4, Concession 4
(Oro), Application 2012-SUB-01 \[to be distributed at meeting\] \[Refer to Item
15d)\].
111 - 133 g) Report No. CS2014-07, Doug Irwin, Director of Corporate Services/Clerk re:
Local Municipal Consideration of the Title of County Councillor on Municipal
Ballot.
134 - 136 h) Report No. CS2014-08, Doug Irwin, Director of Corporate Services/Clerk
re: Draft Clean and Clear By-law No. 2014-031 \[Refer to Item 15c)\].
137 - 140 i) Report No. CS2014-09, Doug Irwin, Director of Corporate Services/Clerk
re: Set Fines for Draft By-Law No. 2014-031 \[Refer to Item 15c)\].
11.REPORTS OF MEMBERS OF COUNCIL:
141 - 143 a) Councillor Meyer re: Draft 2014 CAO Work Objectives \[to be distributed at
meeting\].
144 - 145 b) Councillor Coutanche re: ROMA/OGRA Update.
12.CONSENT AGENDA:
146 - 147 a) Announcements of Interest to the Public:
1. Have Your Say, Township of Oro-Medonte Community Satisfaction
Survey, Deadline, Friday, March 7, 2014.
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2. Battle of the Badges, Saturday, March 22, 2014, Oro-Medonte
Community Arena.
148 b) Correspondence dated February 19, 2014 from Janis Hamilton, Secretary,
Oro-Medonte Horticultural Society re: Letter of Appreciation.
Staff Recommendation: Receive.
13.COMMUNICATIONS:
149 - 150 a) Correspondence dated April 24, 2014 from Association of Municipalities of
Ontario (AMO) re: Prompt Payment Act, 2013 - Immediate Municipal Action
Required.
151 - 154 b) Correspondence dated February 21, 2014 from Allan Sinton re: Memorial
Plaque, McNutt Road.
155 c) Correspondence dated February 25, 2014 from Heather Hutchinson re:
Heritage Sub-Committee Volunteer Application \[confidential correspondence
distributed under separate cover\].
156 d) Correspondence dated February 27, 2014 from Robert Bonofiglio, Senior
Policy Advisory, Consumer Policy and Liaison Branch, Minister of Consumer
Affairs re: Ontario Government Consultation on Oversight of the Towing
Industry.
157 - 162 e) Correspondence dated February 21, 2014 from Orillia Public Library Board
re: Annual Township Membership.
14.NOTICE OF MOTIONS:
None.
15.BY-LAWS:
a) By-Law No. 2014-020 A By-Law to authorize the execution of a Pre-
servicing Agreement with 2353970 Ontario, Reids
Ridge Draft Plan of Subdivision, Application 2004-
SUB-02, Part of Lot 19, Concession 9 (Medonte),
Township of Oro-Medonte \[to be distributed at
Withdrawn
meeting\] - .
163 - 172 b) By-Law No. 2014-026 A By-Law to regulate Construction, Demolition, On-
site Sewage, Change of Use Permits; Inspection
and Fees And to Repeal By-Law No. 2008-083.
173 - 179 c) By-Law No. 2014-031 A By-Law to provide for the maintaining of land in a
clean and clear condition and to Repeal By-law No.
2010-076.
180 - 181 d) By-Law No. 2014-032 A By-law to Provide for the Giving of Names to
Highways within the Township of Oro-Medonte,
County of Simcoe (Draft Plan of Subdivision 2012-
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SUB-01 \[Landscape Drive Phase 3\]), Part of Lots 3
& 4, Concession 4 (Oro) \[to be distributed at
meeting\].
16.QUESTIONS FROM THE PUBLIC CLARIFYING AN AGENDA ITEM:
17.CLOSED SESSION ITEMS (UNFINISHED ITEMS):
18.CONFIRMATION BY-LAW:
182 a) By-Law No. 2014-027 Being a By-Law to confirm the proceedings of the
Council meeting held on Wednesday, March 5,
2014.
19.ADJOURNMENT:
a) Motion to Adjourn.
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5.a) Minutes of Heritage Committee meeting held on Monday, F...
The Township of Oro-Medonte
Heritage Committee
Meeting Minutes
Council Chambers
Monday, February 24, 2014Time: 6:01 p.m.
Present:
Councillor John Crawford, Chair Mayor H.S. Hughes
Leah Burton Tim Crawford
Ruth Fountain Wayne Lintack
Dorothy Moore Kayla Thibeault
Regrets:
Councillor Mel Coutanche, Vice Chair
Suzanne Busby Murray Cayley
Bruce Malcom
Staff:
Justin Hodgkinson, Community Recreation Coordinator; Marie Brissette,
Committee Coordinator; Ellen Millar, Simcoe County Archives
1.Adoption of Agenda
a) Motion to Adopt the Agenda.
Motion No. HC140224-1
Moved by Lintack, Seconded by Moore
It is recommended that the agenda for the Heritage Committee meeting of Monday, February
26, 2014 be received and adopted as amended to remove Item 5f) Wayne Lintack, re: 804
Line 2 North.
Carried.
2.Disclosure of Pecuniary Interest
None declared.
3.Adoption of Minutes of Previous Meeting:
a) Minutes of the Heritage Committee meeting held on Monday, February 3, 2014.
Motion No. HC140224-2
Moved by Fountain, Seconded by Burton
It is recommended that the draft minutes of the Heritage Committee meeting held on
Monday, February 3, 2014 be adopted as printed and circulated.
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Heritage Committee Meeting Minutes February 24, 2014
Carried.
4.Deputations:
None.
5.Communications:
a) Ellen Millar, Simcoe County Archives, re: Historical Artifacts.
Motion No. HC140224-3
Moved by Lintack, Seconded by Burton
It is recommended that the information presented by Ellen Millar, Simcoe County Archives,
re: Historical Artifacts be received.
Carried.
b) Tim Crawford, re: Possible Development of the Oro African Church Site.
Motion No. HC140224-4
Moved by Thibeault, Seconded by Burton
It is recommended that the information presented by Tim Crawford, re: Possible
Development of the Oro African Church Site be received and referred to the African Church
sub-committee and relevant consultants for consideration in their final report.
Carried.
c) Tim Crawford, re: Potential Establishment of a Site to recognize Samuel de Champlain.
Motion No. HC140224-5
Moved by Thibeault, Seconded by Lintack
It is recommended that the information presented by Tim Crawford, re: Potential
Establishment of a Site to recognize Samuel de Champlain be received and referred to the
Heritage Properties sub-committee.
Carried.
d) Update from the African Church sub-committee.
Motion No. HC140224-6
Moved by Moore, Seconded by Burton
It is recommended that the verbal update from the African Church sub-committee be
received.
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Heritage Committee Meeting Minutes February 24, 2014
Carried.
e) Update from the Heritage Properties sub-committee.
Motion No. HC140224-7
Moved by Lintack, Seconded by Moore
It is recommended that the verbal update from the Heritage Properties sub-committee be
received.
Carried.
f) Wayne Lintack, re: 804 Line 2 North.
The Item was withdrawn upon adoption of the agenda.
g) Update from the Policy and Procedures for Artifacts and Archives sub-committee.
The item was dealt with in conjunction with Item 5a).
h) Correspondence dated February 17, 2014 from Peter McLarty, re: Request
for assistance with Family History.
Motion No. HC140224-8
Moved by Thibeault, Seconded by Burton
It is recommended
1. That the correspondence dated February 17, 2014 from Peter McLarty, re: Request for
assistance with Family History be received.
2. And That any information relating to Mr. McLarty's request be forwarded to the Committee
Coordinator no later than Friday, March 7, 2014 for a response.
Carried.
i) Correspondence dated February 13, 2014 from Lisa Pearson, City of Barrie, re:
Restoration of the Oro African Methodist Episcopal Church - Parks Canada Grant
Application.
Motion No. HC140224-9
Moved by Moore, Seconded by Lintack
It is recommended that the correspondence dated February 13, 2014 from Lisa Pearson, City
of Barrie, re: Restoration of the Oro African Methodist Episcopal Church - Parks Canada
Grant Application be received.
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Heritage Committee Meeting Minutes February 24, 2014
Carried.
6.Next Meeting Date
Monday, March 24, 2014 at 6:00 p.m.
7.Adjournment
a) Motion to Adjourn.
Motion No. HC140224-10
Moved by Fountain, Seconded by Moore
It is recommended that we do now adjourn at 7:35 p.m.
Carried.
Councillor Crawford, Chair Marie Brissette, Committee Coordinator
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5.b) Minutes of Council meeting held on Wednesday, February ...
The Township of Oro-Medonte
Regular Council Meeting Minutes
Council Chambers
Wednesday, February 26, 2014TIME: 6:33 p.m.
2010 - 2014 Council
Present:
Mayor H.S. Hughes
Deputy Mayor Ralph Hough
Councillor Mel Coutanche
Councillor Kelly Meyer
Councillor Marty Lancaster
Councillor John Crawford
Regrets:
Councillor Dwight Evans
Staff
Robin Dunn, Chief Administrative Officer; Doug Irwin, Director of
Present:
Corporate Services/Clerk; Andria Leigh, Director of Development
Services; Shawn Binns, Director of Recreation and Community Services;
Donna Hewitt, Director of Corporate & Strategic Initiatives; Hugh Murray,
Fire Chief; Brad Bigrigg, Tamara Obee, Manager, Health & Safety,
Human Resources; Samah Othman, Executive Assistance, Corporate
Communications Specialist; Janette Teeter, Deputy Clerk
Also
Ann Truyens, Sue Roehner, Pat OMalley, Billi Jo Taylor, Mark Crawford,
Present:
Barry Metz, Richard DaPra, Barbara Coutanche, Garry Shoebridge,
Graham Shoebridge, Glen Conway, Ross Jermey, John Cuppage, Mike
Barrett, Reh Elrick, Paul Herst, Jim Crawford, Rob Belsey, John Wigle,
Mike Manastersky, Rob Jermey, Randy Wuensch, Murray Langman,
Brian English
1.CALL TO ORDER - PRIVATE PRAYER/MOMENT OF REFLECTION:
Deputy Mayor Hough assumed the Chair and called the meeting to order followed by a
private prayer/moment of reflection.
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Council Meeting Minutes February 26, 2014.
2.ADOPTION OF AGENDA:
a) Motion to Adopt the Agenda.
Motion No. C140226-1
Moved by Coutanche, Seconded by Meyer
Be it resolved that the agenda for the Council meeting of Wednesday, February 26,
2014 be received and adopted, as amended to add 4e) Councillor Crawford, re:
Personal matters about an identifiable individual (Committee Member).
Carried.
3.DISCLOSURE OF PECUNIARY INTEREST:
Councillor Crawford declared a pecuniary interest on Item 11b) Mayor H.S. Hughes, re:
nd
Trillium Grant Application for Oro Agricultural Society as he is 2 Vice President of the
Oro Agricultural Society. Councillor Crawford left the Chambers and did not participate
in the discussion or vote on this matter.
4.CLOSED SESSION ITEMS:
a) Motion to go In Closed Session.
Motion No. C140226-2
Moved by Lancaster, Seconded by Crawford
Be it resolved that we do now go in Closed Session at 6:35 p.m. to discuss
acquisition/disposition of land;
personal matter affecting an identifiable individual.
Carried.
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b)Motion to Rise and Report.
Motion No. C140226-3
Moved by Meyer, Seconded by Coutanche
Be it resolved that we do now Rise at 7:00 p.m. and Report on the Closed Session
Items 4
c) Tamara Obee, Manager, Health & Safety, Human Resources re: Personal matter
about an identifiable individual (Transportation Services);
d) Doug Irwin, Director of Corporate Services/Clerk re: Acquisition/disposition of land
(Forrester Road);
e) Councillor Crawford, re: Personal matters about an identifiable individual (Committee
Member).
Carried.
c) Tamara Obee, Manager, Health & Safety, Human Resources re: Personal matter about
an identifiable individual (Transportation Services).
The following staff were present: Doug Irwin, Director of Corporate
Services/Clerk; Tamara Obee, Manager, Health & Safety, Human Resources.
Motion No. C140226-4
Moved by Lancaster, Seconded by Crawford
Be it resolved that the confidential correspondence dated February 11, 2014 and
presented by Tamara Obee, Manager, Health & Safety, Human Resources re: Personal
matter about an identifiable individual (Transportation Services-Campbell) be received
with regret and best wishes.
Carried.
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d)Doug Irwin, Director of Corporate Services/Clerk re: Acquisition/disposition of land
(Forrester Road).
The following staff were present: Doug Irwin, Director of Corporate Services/Clerk.
Motion No. C140226-5
Moved by Crawford, Seconded by Lancaster
Be it resolved
1. That Confidential Report No. CS2014-06, Doug Irwin, Director of Corporate
Services/Clerk re: Acquisition/disposition of land (Forrester Road) be received and
adopted.
2. And that the property owner be advised of Councils decision as outlined in
Confidential Report CS2014-06 under the Director of Corporate Services/Clerk's
signature.
Carried.
e) Councillor Crawford, re: Personal matters about an identifiable individual (Committee
Member).
The following staff were present: Robin Dunn, Chief Administrative Officer; Doug Irwin,
Director of Corporate Services/Clerk; Shawn Binns, Director of Recreation and
Community Services.
Motion No. C140226-6
Moved by Coutanche, Seconded by Meyer
Be it resolved that the confidential verbal information presented by Councillor Crawford
re: Personal matters about an identifiable individual (Committee Member) be received
and that a letter be forwarded immediately under the Heritage Committee Chair and
Director of Recreation and Community Services' signatures containing Council's
direction.
Carried.
Mayor H.S. Hughes assumed the Chair.
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Council Meeting Minutes February 26, 2014.
5.MINUTES OF COUNCIL AND COMMITTEES:
a) Minutes of Council meeting held on Wednesday, February 12, 2014.
Motion No. C140226-7
Moved by Meyer, Seconded by Coutanche
Be it resolved that the draft minutes of the Council meeting held on Wednesday,
February 12, 2014 be received and adopted as printed and circulated.
Carried.
b) Minutes of Committee of Adjustment meeting held on Thursday, February 20, 2014.
Motion No. C140226-8
Moved by Crawford, Seconded by Lancaster
Be it resolved that the draft minutes of the Committee of Adjustment meeting held on
Thursday, February 20, 2014 be received.
Carried.
6.RECOGNITION OF ACHIEVEMENTS:
a) Correspondence received February 19, 2014 from Catherine Blakely re: Letter of
Appreciation, Oro-Medonte Firefighters.
Motion No. C140226-9
Moved by Lancaster, Seconded by Crawford
Be it resolved that the correspondence received February 19, 2014 from Catherine
Blakely re: Letter of Appreciation, Oro-Medonte Firefighters be received.
Carried.
7.PUBLIC MEETINGS:
None.
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Council Meeting Minutes February 26, 2014.
8.DEPUTATIONS:
a) Pat O'Malley re: Melville Court/Hwy 11 and Line 5 North.
Correspondence was distributed to members of Council and staff.
Motion No. C140226-10
Moved by Coutanche, Seconded by Meyer
Be it resolved that the information presented by Pat O'Malley re: Melville Court/Hwy 11
and Line 5 North be received and considered in conjunction with the report on this
matter.
Carried.
9.IDENTIFICATION FROM THE PUBLIC OF AN AGENDA ITEM OF INTEREST:
10.REPORTS OF MUNICIPAL OFFICERS:
a) Report No. FI2014-06, Paul Gravelle, Director of Finance/Treasurer/Deputy CAO re:
Development Charge Indexing.
Motion No. C140226-11
Moved by Crawford, Seconded by Lancaster
Be it resolved
1. That Report No. FI2014-06, Paul Gravelle, Director of Finance/Treasurer/Deputy
CAO re: Development Charge Indexing be received and adopted.
2. That the Township's development charge be increased as per Report No. FI2014-
06.
3. And That the said increases shall be effective March 3, 2014.
Carried.
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b)Report No. FI2014-07, Paul Gravelle, Director of Finance/Treasurer/Deputy CAO re:
Development Charges Reserve Fund.
Motion No. C140226-12
Moved by Coutanche, Seconded by Meyer
Be it resolved
1. That Report No. FI2014-07, Paul Gravelle, Director of Finance/Treasurer/Deputy
CAO re: Development Charges Reserve Fund be received and adopted.
2. That the financial statement relating to the Development Charges Reserve Fund for
the year 2013 be received.
3. And That a copy of the said financial statement be forwarded to the Ministry of
Municipal Affairs.
Carried.
c) Report No. DS2014-08, Andria Leigh, Director of Development Services re: Request for
Amendment to Warminster Water System Cost Sharing Agreement (Meadow Acres) \[to
be distributed at meeting\].
Motion No. C140226-13
Moved by Lancaster, Seconded by Crawford
Be it resolved
1. That Report No. DS2014-08, Andria Leigh, Director of Development Services re:
Request for Amendment to Warminster Water System Cost Sharing Agreement
(Meadow Acres) be received and adopted.
2. That the following Option #2, as outlined, be adopted by Council being:
"Require a lump sum payment in the amount of $ 83,802.62 (33% of the outstanding
balance), an additional payment of $ 83,802.62 (33% of the outstanding balance at
the time of execution of the subdivision agreement, with the balance of $ 83,802.63
being paid at the time of issuance of a building permit in the amount of $ 1180.32
per lot."
3. And That 2063334 Ontario Inc. be advised of Councils decision under the Director of
Development Services' signature.
Carried.
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d) Shawn Binns, Director of Recreation and Community Services re: Arena Renovation
Project Steering Committee Appointments \[from February 5, 2014 meeting\].
Motion No. C140226-14
Moved by Meyer, Seconded by Coutanche
Be it resolved
1. That the correspondence presented by Shawn Binns, Director of Recreation and
Community Services re: Arena Renovation Project Steering Committee
Appointments be received.
2. That Mayor H.S. Hughes is ex-officio for the Arena Renovation Project Steering
Committee.
3. And That Deputy Mayor Hough and Councillor Crawford be appointed to the Arena
Renovation Project Steering Committee.
Carried.
e) Report No. FD2014-03, Hugh Murray, Fire Chief re: Master Fire Plan.
A PowerPoint presentation was presented.
Motion No. C140226-15
Moved by Lancaster, Seconded by Crawford
Be it resolved that Report No. FD 2014-03, Hugh Murray, Fire Chief re: Master Fire Plan be
received and brought forward to the March 5, 2014 Council meeting for endorsement.
Carried.
f) Report No. TES2014-01, Jerry Ball, Director of Transportation and Environmental
Services re: Copeland Forest Parking.
Motion No. C140226-16 (Amendment)
Moved by Coutanche, Seconded by Hough
Be it resolved that the motion with respect to Report No. TES2014-01, Jerry Ball,
Director of Transportation and Environmental Services be amended by striking "be
signed accordingly as Parking Permitted areas and "That the Clerk brings forward the
appropriate by-law for Council's consideration".
Carried.
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Council Meeting Minutes February 26, 2014.
Motion No. C140226-17
Moved by Coutanche, Seconded by Meyer
Be it resolved
1. That Report No. TES2014-01, Jerry Ball, Director of Transportation and
Environmental Services re: Copeland Forest Parking be received and adopted.
2. That Transportation staff push back the snow to provide for parking along the Ingram
Road, approximately 150 meters east of Line 3 N. for a distance of 40 metres and on
Line 5 N., approximately 0.9 km south of Ingram Road on the west side of the road
for a distance of 40 metres, during the winter months.
3. And That Mr. Kennedy be advised of Councils decision under the signature of the
Director of Transportation and Environmental Services.
Carried as Amended.
g) Report No. TES2014-02, Jerry Ball, Director of Transportation and Environmental
Services re: Municipal Annual Reports for all Township of Oro-Medonte Drinking Water
Systems January 1, 2013 to December 31, 2013.
Motion No. C140226-18
Moved by Crawford, Seconded by Lancaster
Be it resolved that Report No. TES2014-02, Jerry Ball, Director of Transportation and
Environmental Services re: Municipal Annual Reports for all Township of Oro-Medonte
Drinking Water Systems January 1st to December 31, 2013, which includes reports
for Canterbury, Cedarbrook, Craighurst, Harbourwood, Horseshoe Highlands, Lake
Simcoe Regional Airport, Maplewood, Medonte Hills, Robincrest, Shanty Bay,
Sugarbush and Warminster Water Systems, be received for information only.
Carried.
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h) Report No. TES2014-03, Jerry Ball, Director of Transportation and Environmental
Services re: Results for 2014 Vehicle Quotation(s):
Two 2014 ½ Ton Pick-Ups, Regular Cab-2 Wheel Drive (both for Transportation
Services),
Two 2014 ½ Ton Pick-Ups Extended Cab-2 Wheel Drive (1 for Environmental
Services, 1 for Transportation Services),
One 2014 SUV, AWD Vehicle (Development Services).
Motion No. C140226-19
Moved by Meyer, Seconded by Coutanche
Be it resolved
1. That Report No. TES2014-03, Jerry Ball, Director of Transportation and
Environmental Services re: Results for 2014 Vehicle Quotation(s):
Two 2014 ½ Ton Pick-Ups, Regular Cab-2 Wheel Drive (both for Transportation
Services),
Two 2014 ½ Ton Pick-Ups Extended Cab-2 Wheel Drive (1 for Environmental
Services, 1 for Transportation Services),
One 2014 SUV, AWD Vehicle (Development Services) be received and adopted
2. That the 2014 Vehicle Quotations be awarded to the following dealers:
Thor Motors, Orillia Two 2014 ½ Ton Pick-Ups, Regular Cab-2 Wheel Drive, and
two 2014 ½ Ton Pick-Ups, Extended Cab-2 Wheel Drive
Georgian Commercial Centre, Barrie One SUV, AWD
3. And That the dealerships that submitted a Quotation be advised of Councils
decision, under the Director, Transportation and Environmental Services' signature.
Carried.
11.REPORTS OF MEMBERS OF COUNCIL:
a) Mayor H.S. Hughes, correspondence from Ministry of Agriculture and Food re: Call for
Applications, Premier's Award for Agri-Food Innovation Excellence, Submission
Deadline February 28, 2014.
Motion No. C140226-20
Moved by Lancaster, Seconded by Crawford
Be it resolved that the correspondence from Ministry of Agriculture and Food and
presented by Mayor H.S. Hughes, re: Call for Applications, Premier's Award for Agri-
Food Innovation Excellence, Submission Deadline February 28, 2014 be received.
Carried.
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b) Mayor H.S. Hughes, re: Trillium Grant Application for Oro Agricultural Society.
Councillor Crawford declared a pecuniary interest on Item 11b) Mayor H.S. Hughes, re:
nd
Trillium Grant Application for Oro Agricultural Society as he is 2 Vice President of the
Oro Agricultural Society. Councillor Crawford left the Chambers and did not participate
in the discussion or vote on this matter.
Motion No. C140226-21
Moved by Coutanche, Seconded by Meyer
Be it resolved
1. That the verbal information presented by Mayor H.S. Hughes, re: Trillium Grant
Application for Oro Agricultural Society be received.
2. And That a letter of support be drafted, under the Mayor's signature, and forwarded
to the Oro Agricultural Society for inclusion in the Trillium Grant submission before
the March 1, 2014 deadline.
Carried.
12.CONSENT AGENDA:
a) Announcements of Interest to the Public:
1. Notice for Nominations to Office, 2014 Municipal Election.
2. Attention All Dog Owners.
3. Notice for Nominations for Oro-Medonte Citizen of the Year and Ontario Senior of the
Year Awards.
b) Correspondence dated January 29, 2014 from Kathy Crowhurst, Lupus Foundation of
Ontario re: Request to Proclaim May 10, 2014 as "World Lupus Day" and October, 2014
as "October is Lupus Awareness Month".
Staff Recommendation: Receive, Proclaim and Post to Township's Website.
c) Minutes of Midland Public Library Board meetings held on December 12, 2013 and
January 9, 2014.
Staff Recommendation: Receive.
d) Correspondence dated February 12, 2014 from Catherine Blakely, Telecare Distress
Line of Greater Simcoe re: Letter of Appreciation.
Staff Recommendation: Receive.
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Council Meeting Minutes February 26, 2014.
Motion No. C140226-22
Moved by Crawford, Seconded by Lancaster
Be it resolved that the staff recommendations with respect to the items listed under
"Consent Agenda Correspondence" be adopted as printed.
a) Announcements of Interest to the Public:
1. Notice for Nominations to Office, 2014 Municipal Election.
2. Attention All Dog Owners.
3. Notice for Nominations for Oro-Medonte Citizen of the Year and Ontario Senior of
the Year Awards.
b) Correspondence dated January 29, 2014 from Kathy Crowhurst, Lupus Foundation
of Ontario re: Request to Proclaim May 10, 2014 as "World Lupus Day" and
October, 2014 as "October is Lupus Awareness Month".
Received, Proclaimed and Posted to Township's Website.
c) Minutes of Midland Public Library Board meetings held on December 12, 2013 and
January 9, 2014.
Received.
d) Correspondence dated February 12, 2014 from Catherine Blakely, Telecare Distress
Line of Greater Simcoe re: Letter of Appreciation.
Received.
Carried.
13.COMMUNICATIONS:
a) Correspondence dated February 12, 2014 from Ted Wieclawek, Ontario Fire Marshal
and Chief of Emergency Management, Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional
Services re: Recent Changes to the Province's Fire Safety Regulations, Sprinkler New
Requirements.
Motion No. C140226-23
Moved by Meyer, Seconded by Coutanche
Be it resolved that the correspondence dated February 12, 2014 from Ted Wieclawek,
Ontario Fire Marshal and Chief of Emergency Management, Ministry of Community
Safety and Correctional Services re: Recent Changes to the Province's Fire Safety
Regulations, Sprinkler New Requirements be received.
Carried.
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b) Correspondence dated February 14, 2014 from Tracey McKillop, Director, Hawkestone
& Area Community Association (HAACA) re: Request to Waive Lottery License Fee.
Motion No. C140226-24
Moved by Coutanche, Seconded by Meyer
Be it resolved.
1. That the correspondence dated February 14, 2014 from Tracey McKillop, Director,
Hawkestone & Area Community Association (HAACA) re: Request to Waive Lottery
License Fee be received.
2. That the request to waive the lottery license fee in the amount of $68.25 be denied.
3. And That the applicant be advised of Council's decision under the Director of
Corporate Services/Clerk's signature.
Carried.
c) Correspondence dated February 13, 2014 from Linda Collins, Mayor, Township of
Springwater re: Annual Log-Sawing Contest-Elmvale Maple Syrup Festival, Saturday,
April 26, 2014.
Motion No. C140226-25
Moved by Meyer, Seconded by Coutanche
Be it resolved
1. That the correspondence dated February 13, 2014 from Mayor Linda Collins,
Township of Springwater re: Annual Log-Sawing Contest - Elmvale Maple Syrup
Festival, Saturday, April 26, 2014 be received.
2. That Lumberjack Lancaster accept the challenge to participate in the Annual Log-
Sawing Contest.
3. And Further That Mayor Collins, Township of Springwater, be advised of the
Township of Oro-Medontes intent to win this exciting event, under the Mayors
signature.
Carried.
d) Correspondence dated February 19, 2014 from Infrastructure Canada re: The New
Building Canada Plan.
Motion No. C140226-26
Moved by Lancaster, Seconded by Crawford
Be it resolved that the correspondence dated February 19, 2014 from Infrastructure
Canada re: The New Building Canada Plan be received.
Carried.
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14.NOTICE OF MOTIONS:
None.
15.BY-LAWS:
a) By-Law No. 2014-024: Being a By-law to Amend By-Law No. 2013-116, A By-Law
to Provide a Schedule of Retention Periods for the Records of the Township of Oro-
Medonte.
Motion No. C140226-27
Moved by Lancaster, Seconded by Crawford
Be it resolved that
a) By-Law No. 2014-024: Being a By-law to Amend By-Law No. 2013-116, A By-Law
to Provide a Schedule of Retention Periods for the Records of the Township of Oro-
Medonte
be read a first, second and third time, passed, be engrossed by the Clerk, signed and
sealed by the Mayor.
Carried.
16.QUESTIONS FROM THE PUBLIC CLARIFYING AN AGENDA ITEM:
17.CLOSED SESSION ITEMS (UNFINISHED ITEMS):
None.
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18.CONFIRMATION BY-LAW:
a) By-Law No. 2014-023: Being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council
meeting held on Wednesday, February 26, 2014.
Motion No. C140226-28
Moved by Coutanche, Seconded by Meyer
Be it resolved that By-Law No. 2014-023: Being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of
the Council meeting held on Wednesday, February 26, 2014 be read a first, second and
third time, passed, be engrossed by the Clerk, signed and sealed by the Mayor.
Carried.
19.ADJOURNMENT:
a) Motion to Adjourn.
Motion No. C140226-29
Moved by Lancaster, Seconded by Crawford
Be it resolved that we do now adjourn at 8:46 p.m.
Carried.
____________________________ ____________________________
Mayor, H.S. Hughes Clerk, J. Douglas Irwin
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Staff have worked with our Consultant providing the information and data required to
help develop the Master Fire Plan, additional information from surrounding areas as well
as legislation have helped to form this document.
Analysis:
The development of the Master Fire Plan is significant work in data collection, research
and review of current practices and standards. As part of the development of the plan
detailed maps showing locations of emergency calls by type and by response area for a
3 year period (2010-2012) were prepared. The maps showed constant patterns where
the calls occurred and the types of calls by area.
The maps provided a graphic picture to help support a number of the recommendations
that have been made.
Council had been provided two overviews of the Draft plan in 2013 and Oro-Medonte
Firefighters were presented an overview of the Draft Master Fire Plan with the
consultant, and afforded the opportunity to discuss components of the plan. At this all
volunteer meeting, senior staff and our consultant walked department members through
the Draft Master Fire Plan.
At these meetings, the detailed mapping of emergency calls were displayed and
reviewed with the firefighters. Council had also been provided the same material to
review during their presentation.
Firefighters were provided comment sheets so that they could provide input and to be
returned within a specific timeframe. No additional comment sheets were received after
that meeting.
A public open house was held at the Township office in which a number of firefighters
and members of the public attended, and were provided an overview and comment
sheets.
Staff were advised that Station 4 Firefighters had concerns regarding components of the
Draft Master Fire Plan overview; accordingly a separate Station 4 Firefighter meeting
was provided.
Comment sheets from this meeting were received by the consultant, reviewed and
considered in the final version of the Master Fire Plan, attached to this report.
Financial / Legal Implications / Risk Management:
Financial implications/ recommendations in the Master Fire Plan document have been
incorporated into the 2014-2018 5 year Capital Forecast as well as the 3 year operating
budget forecast.
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TOWNSHIP OF ORO-MEDONTE
CONSULTATIVE REVIEW OF
MUNICIPAL FIRE PROTECTION
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Contents
CONTENTS ................................................................................................................................................................. 2
MASTER FIRE PLAN ................................................................................................................................................ 3
TOWNSHIP OF ORO-MEDONTE OVERVIEW ................................................................................................... 4
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY......................................................................................................................................... 6
SUMMARY OF RECOMMENDATIONS ................................................................................................................ 8
PLANNING ASSUMPTION .................................................................................................................................... 11
STRATEGIES AND PRINCIPLES ......................................................................................................................... 11
SERVICE DELIVERY: GOALS ............................................................................................................................. 12
SERVICE DELIVERY ............................................................................................................................................. 20
DETAIL OF THE RECOMMENDATIONS .......................................................................................................... 21
APPENDIX 1 ............................................................................................................................................................. 27
APPENDIX 2 ............................................................................................................................................................. 28
APPENDIX 3 BY-LAW 2013-221 ESTABLISHING & REGULATING BY-LAW ........................................... 29
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Master Fire Plan
The is a living document which maps the strategic direction of the Township
Master Fire Plan
of Oro-Medonte Fire & Emergency Services for the next five to ten years. Issues related to the
delivery of public fire protection and not addressed in this report have been accepted by
municipal administration and management as meeting the needs and circumstance of Oro-
Medonte based on the current growth strategy, existing programs and resources and the fire
department staffing model.
A Review Committee will review the annually and recommend to the Fire
Master Fire Plan
Chief, any amendment deemed necessary to enable administrative staff to create, implement
and manage programs to ensure the safety and security of our community.
Committee volunteers will be solicited annually by the Fire Chief among the Fire & Emergency
Services staff. The Committee will select a Chairperson from among their members. The
Committee Staff advisors to the Review Committee will include the Deputy
Master Fire Plan
Fire Chief, the Fire Prevention, Fire & Life Safety Educator and a Training Officer. The Fire
Chief may appoint additional staff members deemed appropriate to serve as advisors to the
Review Committee.
Master Fire Plan
The Fire Chief will monitor progress in the implementation of the Plan on an ongoing basis,
and will report to the Committee upon request from the Chairperson and at least once
annually.
A number of municipal staff have contributed to the development and success of this report.
Without their assistance the foregoing would not be possible. A number of Council briefings,
meetings with firefighters and meetings with the public took place during 2013. Written
submissions from fire service members were reviewed and considered during the
development of the final report. The author is grateful to all for their enthusiasm, passion,
concern for the community a dedication to firefighter safety.
I acknowledge the assistance and advice received during the preparation of this Master Fire
Plan; I assume full responsibilities for the findings and conclusions in this report.
Brad Bigrigg
Master Fire Plan Consultant
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Township of Oro-Medonte Overview
With a 2011 population of 20,078, the Township of Oro-Medonte is a diverse geographic area
that covers over 585 square kilometres. The township is located near the heart of Simcoe
County and boasts strong agricultural, industrial and recreational opportunities.
Residents, businesses and their employees, and visitors all impact the Township’s traffic and
population at any time, and have been taken into account during the preparation of this review.
As a slow growth community above the Greater Toronto Area, Oro-Medonte’s roads are
heavily-used byways travelled by commuters and those seeking recreation and past times
outside of the GTA. Key flight paths and holding patterns for air traffic at Lester B. Pearson
International Airport over-fly Oro-Medonte daily. There is also regular air traffic in and out of
Lake Simcoe regional Airport on a daily basis. The main line of the Canadian Pacific Railway
passes through the community. Hazardous materials are routinely shipped and transported
through Oro-Medonte daily. Oro-Medonte is also a popular tourist destination. Combined with
imminent residential growth, these factors are indicative of the increasing fire, rescue and
emergency medical risks faced by the community
In response to this potential increased demand for service and in order to ensure the timely
delivery of emergency services, the Township of Oro-Medonte is divided into six emergency
response areas. In the event of a major emergency – or simultaneous emergency incidents –
mutual aid may be provided by fire departments from neighbouring communities.
OroMedonteFES2011
584EmergencyResponses
Station1130
Station2151
Station3113
Station445
Station576
Station669
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Executive Summary
The Township of Oro-Medonte provides effective, efficient, safe and professional public fire
protection to its residents. The municipality provides services in compliance with the minimum
requirements of the
Fire Protection and Prevention Act and the Occupational Health & Safety
. Residents of the municipality can be assured that they are receiving value for their tax
Act
dollars. There have been no public complaints concerning the delivery of emergency services
for the past five years.
Fire & Emergency Services operates following a consistent training program supported by
Operational Guidelines. The Incident Management System is used to conduct emergency
operations. The low firefighter injury rate in the municipality is in large part due to the
firefighter training program, use of the incident management system, quality protective
program and ongoing training for Company Officers.
The rural residents of Oro-Medonte receive a reduction in fire insurance premiums following
the successful Tanker Shuttle Accreditation. Oro-Medonte has a consistently low civilian fire
injury and death rate, in large part due to a consistent and ongoing fire prevention inspection
program and an active public fire safety education program.
While the municipality is in compliance with the legislated mandates, Council must ensure that
response times and daytime staffing are continuously monitored in order to ensure that the
existing service level remains stable or is improved. In December of 2013 Council approved an
updated establishing and Regulating By-Law to ensure that the nature and quality of services
delivered by the department are consistent with the expectations of Council.
The is a living document built on a service of rich history and proud tradition
Master Fire Plan
of providing quality fire and emergency services to our residences. The Plan is a consolidation
of previously prepared risk management plans, business plans, fleet replacement plans and
fire prevention and public education models taking into account changes within the
municipality, proposed growth and emerging trends within the fire service. It will be reviewed
annually in order to ensure that the Plan continues to meet the needs and circumstances of
the community.
The next phase of the Plan, as presented here, is designed to build on the fundamental
principles of the earlier Plans:
Focus on public education and prevention measures as the primary and most effective
means to protect our community.
Implement measures to support the important role volunteer staff play, by reducing the
impact of the increasing demands for service.
Closely monitoring trends and service demands as the basis to maintain an effective
service delivery model with efficient allocation of resources.
The current service delivery model has been evaluated and this Plan proposes potential
changes to ensure the Department of Fire & Emergency Services is positioned with adequate
resources to provide a safe, quality service to our community in an efficient and cost-effective
manner. The path chosen was selected with the firm belief that it best meets the needs of the
community based on the resources available and anticipated planning and growth models.
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A key component of the is public education and prevention measures. While
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responding to incidents that threaten our community members is a critical role for the fire
service, no amount of money or expenditure of resources can eliminate all injuries, fatalities,
loss of property or damage to our environment. In fact, a safe community is created and
maintained by its citizens. Through public education, application of safety codes and
enforcement of regulations, the Township of Oro-Medonte Department of Fire & Emergency
Services will implement programs and enforcement processes that provide our citizens with
the tools to make our community safe from fire and other life threatening incidents.
Oro-Medonte is a large volunteer fire department supported by career staff filling out the roles
of Fire Chief, Deputy Fire Chief, Fire Prevention, Fire & Life Safety Educator and
Administrative Assistant. The recognizes the tremendous value of the
Master Fire Plan
commitment made and the service provided by our volunteer fire fighters. These individuals
are recognized as the backbone of the service, allowing the community to benefit from
professional service delivered in a cost-effective manner. The level and quality of emergency
services provided to our residents would not be possible without the engagement and support
of our Volunteer firefighters. Measures to control the demands placed upon these individuals
and the resulting impact on their families (and their employers), is a key consideration of the
Plan.
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SUMMARY OF RECOMMENDATIONS
Administration:
Fire & Emergency Services must continue to have administrative support available 5 days a
week. There is a need to cross-train municipal administrative staff with fire administrative staff
to ensure continuity of operations in the event of absence or a major emergency incident.
The current Fire Department Establishing and Regulating By-Law must be viewed in order to
ensure that the nature and quality of services delivered by the department are consistent with
the expectations of Council.
The job descriptions for the Fire Chief, Deputy Fire Chief and Fire Prevention, Fire & Life
Safety Educator should be updated to reflect current functions and requirements of these
ranks.
Information Technology:
Fire & Emergency Services requires additional support from Information Technology (I.T.) staff
in order to eliminate wasteful duplication of function when entering the same data into the Fire
Watch system and the Baker system.
Arrangements should be made through I.T. staff to maximize the technology available in the
fire stations. This will allow fire officers to directly enter fire reports and casualty reports from
the fire stations.
The municipality would be well served by incorporating all municipal driver training records,
CVOR documents, recognized authority and signing authority records into a single database
within Fire & Emergency Services.
There will be a need for I.T. staff to provide training to fire officers if these changes are
incorporated.
Communications:
The provision of fire service communications for Oro-Medonte should remain with Orillia
Central Fire Communications Centre unless they are no longer able to provide the service.
Fleet Maintenance:
The current fleet maintenance program should continue until or unless the Township is able to
provide the same service in-house on a 24/7 basis.
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Fire Prevention and Public Education:
It is critical that the department continues the annual inspection program for potentially high
risk properties and continues the annual review of approved Fire Safety Plans to ensure that
they remain relevant and effective.
Should the proposed development of rental condominiums carry forward, Fire Prevention staff
will be required to implement a public education program and an inspection program that
adequately ensures the fire safety of the transient residents at resort facilities.
All staff conducting plans examinations should complete the relevant training and
examinations related to fire and life safety components of the Ontario Building Code through
the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing (MMAH).
Training:
All new Oro-Medonte firefighters must successfully complete the Component 1 exam of the
Ontario Firefighter Curriculum (or the NFPA Equivalent) within 12 months of being employed
by the department.
All members of the department should be trained to the OFM Hazardous Materials and
Terrorism Awareness Level and the EMO IMS 100 Level. These are both self-study courses
available over the internet.
The department must continue its existing efforts to ensure that all officers, potential officers
and instructors are trained to the OFM IMS Level 1.
The municipality should ensure that all officers and instructors are trained to the EMO Basic
Emergency Management Level.
The Deputy Fire Chief should implement training for officers/supervisors to ensure their
continued competence and implement a succession planning program.
Immediate consideration must be given to the creation and development of a Chief Training
Coordinator position within the department.
Fire Response Areas:
The Fire Chief should review the existing fire response areas to ensure that residents are
receiving the most appropriate level of service.
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Facilities:
The Shanty Bay Fire Station must be replaced at the earliest opportunity with a larger and
more modern and efficient facility. The existing fire station may be renovated for community
uses, including recreation, providing that space remains to house one triple combination
pumper which will operate as a satellite from the new fire station.
The Warminster Fire Station requires an addition to the training room in the near future to
allow for effective and meaningful training to take place in the station.
Plans should be undertaken in the near term for the municipality to acquire lands immediately
adjacent to Station #3 for the purpose of expanding the station when necessary, adding a
training ground and allowing construction of a Joint Public Safety Facility when there is a
demonstrated need to do so.
A capital budget plan should be implemented in order to ensure that all stations are equipped
with back-up generators and exhaust extractors as soon as possible.
Fleet Procurement and Replacement:
The planned replacement of triple combination pumpers prior to the end of their 20 year
lifespan should be continued.
The Fire Chief should continue the planned replacement of the aerial truck over the next 5
years in order to ensure that the department does not lose the aerial capability.
There is a need to procure and Medium Duty Rescue Unit for Station #3 over the next 1-3
years.
Administrative and support vehicles operated by the department should be equipped with 4
wheel drive.
The fire department should consider maintaining one pumper and one tanker beyond their life
cycle as reserve apparatus to be used in the event that front line fire apparatus is out of
service due to damage or maintenance.
Emergency Response Issues:
Each fire district may be served utilizing alternate methods for service delivery. The 2014-2018
Capital Forecast will require decisions by a future Council taking into consideration new
technologies and legislated requirements..
Efforts should be undertaken in the immediate future to ensure that a crew of 4 VFF are
immediately available during the business day to ensure a prompt and effective firefighting
capability throughout the municipality.
Fire & Emergency Services continues to participate in a Tiered Response Agreement with
Simcoe County Paramedic Services. The Fire Chief must continue to annually review the
agreement with Paramedic Services on an annual basis to ensure that the terms of the
agreement are being met and that the community continues to benefit from the agreement.
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Three roadways have been identified that if were connected would improve response times
They are Windfield Dr., Line 1 S. to Ridge Rd. and Robinson St. to Line 12 S.
A detailed explanation of each recommendation may be found starting on Page 21 of this
report.
Planning Assumption
The has been prepared based on direction from the C.A.O. and Fire Chief
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with the assumption that the municipality will continue to follow the approved growth strategy
with the bulk of growth occurring in Craighurst, Horseshoe Valley and Warminster. A full re-
assessment of the Master Fire Plan will be necessary should the Township of Oro-Medonte
growth strategy change significantly before 2018 or if more than 125 homes are built in an
area where they were not envisioned on March 1, 2013.
Strategies and Principles
To provide a team of highly trained, caring professionals who lead a collaborative effort to provide
Mission
the community with an efficient emergency and safety system dedicated to protecting and
strengthening our community through education, prevention, and rapid intervention at
emergencies.
Oro-Medonte Fire & Emergency Services will provide the citizens of the municipality with effective,
Vision
efficient, safe and professional fire protection services.
In conjunction with the core values set by the Township of Oro-Medonte, Oro-Medonte Fire &
Values
Emergency Services is committed to leadership in the delivery of public fire protection through
the values of:
service to the community
fire fighter involvement
accountability, integrity and safety
Safety of the public and fire fighters
Principles
Intelligence based service delivery
Effective fire prevention and public education programs that are consistent with the
requirements of the and the needs of the community.
Fire Protection & Prevention Act
Effective, efficient, safe and professional delivery of public fire protection services based on
local needs and circumstances, in accordance with the requirements of the
Occupational
Health & Safety Act.
Emergency response within 12 minutes of an emergency incident being reported
Firefighter training in accordance with the Ontario Fire Service Standards, Emergency
Management Standards, industry standards and best practices
High quality maintenance program to ensure the safety and efficiency of all fire service
equipment
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Service Delivery: Goals
The services provided by Oro-Medonte Fire & Emergency Services include, but are not limited to:
Programs
public fire safety education and injury prevention programs
plans review service for new construction, retrofit and renovation
inspection and enforcement programs to ensure compliance with the provisions of the Ontario
Fire Code and the fire protection components of the Ontario Building Code and municipal bylaws
fire suppression services
emergency patient care in support of Emergency Medical Services
emergency rescue services including, but not limited to: auto extrication, in/on water/ice rescue,
high angle rescue, and confined space rescue (Awareness Level)
hazardous materials services (Awareness Level)
Community Emergency Management Program
other such services as directed and approved by Council
Performance will be monitored and subsequently adjusted on an ongoing basis to achieve:
Performance
Measures
10 inspections conducted per week
public education programs delivered per week
in-service (depart station) time of 6 minutes
response time of less than 12 minutes
processing of Burn and Fireworks Permits within 1 business day of the request
Plans reviews completed within 10 business days of submission of complete plans
a high degree of customer service and customer satisfaction
In order to achieve these goals, there is a necessity for the Oro-Medonte Department of Fire & Emergency
Services to:
Continue to recruit volunteer firefighters when there is a demonstrated need to do so based on
emergency incident demand, volunteer firefighter availability and emergency incident response times
implement a program that addresses station location, design and functional requirements
routinely replace and rotate apparatus and equipment prior to the end of useful life
provide training and development opportunities to all staff
continue to develop leaders for the future and develop a succession plan for the team
continue community partnerships in order to ensure that all residents have an opportunity to
receive fire prevention, injury prevention and emergency preparedness information on a regular
basis
review and update Development Charges as a funding mechanism for appropriate capital
improvements
review and update the Fees By-Law in order to ensure that appropriate costs are recovered
whenever possible
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Ontario Fire Services are governed by the . The Public Fire
Industrial Fire Protection and Prevention Act (F.P.P.A.)
Safety Guidelines (PFSG) issued by the Office of the Fire Marshal pursuant to the identify the
Standards and Best F.P.P.A.
minimum response expectations, in terms of best practices, for municipal fire departments. While these
Practices
Guidelines are well founded, they are not legislated and are not mandatory. PFSG 04-08-10, Operational
Planning: An Official Guide to Matching Resource Deployment and Risk is a tool that the municipality may
use in the future to more fully evaluate fire service capabilities.
In the case of a residential fire in a hydrant protected area, fire services are generally expected to have 10
firefighters on scene, with two pieces of fire apparatus within 10 minutes of receipt of the alarm in order to
be effective at controlling a fire. It is difficult to control the spread of fire and save lives or property
following 10 minutes of free burning fire, particularly in newer construction. As expected, larger fires and
rural fires, where there is no reliable water supply, require additional firefighters and additional apparatus.
The longer the response time, the greater the risk of property loss, injury or death.
Experience continues to show that improved building codes, building maintenance and public education
programs have contributed to significant reductions in residential fires. Many municipal fire departments
have benefitted from increased use of Mutual Aid or Automatic Aid Agreements to supplement their
response to structure fires, particularly during the business day when many VFF are unavailable due to
their employment or personal obligations.
While there are no other PFSGs governing emergency incident staffing and response times, the industrial
standard and best practice in Ontario is to have 8 firefighters on scene of any type of entrapment within 10
minutes of receipt of an alarm and to have 3 firefighters on scene of a medical emergency within 8 minutes
of receipt of an alarm.
The Township of Oro-Medonte was formed following municipal restructuring in 1994. Two fire departments
Volunteer Fire
consisting of a total of seven fire stations were consolidated into one fire department consisting of six
Service
stations as a result of the restructuring, process. No additional fire stations have been placed into service
since restructuring. Each fire station serves a defined fire district and assists neighbouring fire districts and
fire departments as necessary.
Volunteer fire departments in a rural setting typically consist of two or three pieces of apparatus and 15-20
volunteer firefighters per station. Volunteer fire stations function best when responding to less than 350
emergency incidents per year. Experience within the volunteer fire service has shown that the number of
volunteer firefighters responding to emergency incidents typically decreases and emergency response
times increase when call volume in a fire station exceeds 350 responses per year.
Municipal Councils should review the necessity of fire stations responding to less than 50 emergency
incidents annually. There is a need to ensure that the apparatus, equipment and VFF are necessary,
There is also a need to consider
meeting the needs of the community and add value for the residents.
other emergency service delivery options such as automatic aid or fire protection agreements.
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Oro-Medonte Comparative Data
AdjalaEssaOro-Ramara Severn Spring Tay Tiny
2011 Data
-Tos Medonte water
Population* 10603 18505 20078 9275 11251 18223 9736 11232
Households* 3574 6408 7476 3748 6903 6258 3942 4619
Fire Stations** 2 2 6 2 3 4 4 5
VFF** 84 54 120 53 70 90 75 92
Responses** 285 360 584 475 225
Average Response 8:26 7.49 14.1 4:35 7:47
Time**
Average VFF on First 2 4 2 2 2
Out Apparatus
Operating Cost per $ 0.53 $ 0.30 $ 0.37 $ 0.51 $ 0.40 $ 0.51 $ 0.60 $ 0.39
$1000/Assessment
Total Cost per$ 0.61 $ 0.37 $ 0.43 $ 0.62 $ 0.50 $ 0.59 $ 0.72 $ 0.49
$1000/Assessment
No. Fire Related 0 0.054 0 0 0 0 0 0
Injuries/1000
Persons
No. Fire Related 0.094 0.043 0 0 0 0 0 0
Injuries/1000
Persons/5 years
No. Fire Related 0 0.054 0 0 0.089 0 0 0
Fatalities/1000
Persons
No. Fire Related 0.094 0.022 0 0 0 0 0 0
Fatalities/1000
Persons/5 years
No. Structure 1.278 2.654 0 0.161 1.449 1.265 1.716 2.509
Fires/1000
households
* Data collected from 2011 Stats Canada Census
** Data collected from area fire chiefs
Remaining data collected from 2011 MPMP Simcoe County Township Reports. (Clearview did not report)
Data from Severn, Springwater and Tiny was incomplete
Over the next 10–25 years the community risk is expected to increase as a result of approved growth in
Oro-Medonte. Light industrial and commercial development is expected to continue, transportation patterns
may stay the same but volume will increase, some increased air traffic is expected at LSRA and additional
housing is planned for Craighurst, Horseshoe Valley and Warminster. This continuous growth is the
primary rationale for the development of a Master Fire Plan.
The objective of the is to ensure that the municipality is able to maintain an efficient
Master Fire Plan
complement of volunteer and full-time staff to provide an effective level of emergency incident service to
our community. Current call volume, volunteer firefighter availability and emergency incident response
times and the projected increases associated with community growth and rising community expectations
demonstrate a pressing need to implement a service delivery model that incorporates business day
coverage in the community by 2014. The costs associated with these improvements are discussed further
in this report.
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Impact of Growth on Service
Year Population Residences Emergency Avg.
Incidents Response
Time
1996 16,698 5930
2001 18,315 6605 331
2006 20,031 7320 550
2011 20,078 7476 584 14.1
201421,000 7626 624
201622,000 7826 664
201823,000 8026 704
202024,000 8226 744
One objective of the is to ensure that the municipality is able to maintain an
Emergency Service Master Fire Plan
efficient complement of firefighting staff to provide an effective level of emergency incident service
Delivery Options
to our community. Current call volume, volunteer firefighter availability and emergency incident
response times and the projected increases associated with community growth and rising
community expectations demonstrate an expected need to implement a service delivery model
that incorporates volunteer firefighters being immediately available in a fire station during the
business day by 2014.
Based on a review of municipal fire protection data and consultation with the Fire Chief and a Fire
Coordinator it appears that the delivery of emergency services in the municipality, during the
business day, may be the most urgent matter arising from the review. It is apparent that Oro-
Medonte, like most municipalities served by VFF, has a challenge ensuring adequate daytime
staffing and an adequate emergency response capability. The municipality has a number of
options available with respect to emergency services delivery
Emergency Service delivery options include;
1.
status quo or no change in the current delivery model
2.
gradual migration to business day coverage with volunteer firefighters
3.
gradual migration to business day coverage with career staff
4.
enter into automatic aid agreements
5.
more frequent use of mutual aid
1. Status Quo
While most cost effective, the status quo will result in no change to the current fire and
emergency services delivery model. Most of the community can expect fewer responding
firefighters and extended response times during the business day. This will have a corresponding
impact on customer satisfaction and confidence in the municipality. The status quo may also
result in increases in fire insurance premiums paid by ratepayers and higher risk to the
municipality in the event of a large loss or fatal fire.
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2. Migration to Business Day Coverage with Volunteer Firefighters
The migration to business day coverage with one platoon of volunteer firefighters will ensure an
adequate and balanced emergency response capability throughout the municipality. This change
would maintain or improve customer satisfaction and may have a positive impact on the fire
insurance grading system used by the insurance industry. Business day coverage with one crew
of VFF has an annual cost of approximately of $ 225,000. (Crew of 4, 9 hours a day, 250 days per
year).
3. Gradual Migration to Business Day Coverage with Career Staff
The gradual migration to career staff supported by volunteer firefighters would bring about
continuity in the delivery of fire protection throughout Oro-Medonte. This change may improve
customer satisfaction. It may also minimize some of the risk faced by the municipality.
One platoon of career firefighters would have a total annual cost of approximately of $ 450 K ($
2013) plus the costs associated with a trade union including benefits, vacation, training and sick
time coverage.
The implementation of this option is not realistic based on needs, circumstances and the ability to
pay. The cost of implementing this option is unreasonable and beyond the ability of the
municipality at this time.
4. Enter into Automatic Aid Agreements
Most neighbouring departments are far enough away that their travel time would take away the
advantage of automatic aid. Many of the neighbouring departments also rely on VFF and are
suffering from the same coverage issues as Oro-Medonte. Council is reminded that there is a
cost allocated against the requesting municipality for each automatic aid call.
5. More frequent use of Mutual Aid Agreements
Mutual aid is intended to be used for extraordinary situations requiring additional resources.
Municipalities participating in the Mutual Aid System are expected to have sufficient resources
available to meet their day to day needs. This option is not recommended.
Preferred Option
Migration to business day coverage with volunteer fire fighters is the preferred option. It provides
a balanced approach to the improvement and reliability of service delivery. The migration to
business day coverage with volunteer firefighters in one station based on needs and
circumstances will provide for additional business day coverage throughout the municipality.
This service delivery improvement will maintain or improve customer service and satisfaction,
ensure adequate emergency incident staffing and help to manage the municipal risk in the event
of a large loss or fatal fire. The Fire Chief would need a lead time of approximately one year to
implement this option. The lead time is required to develop operational guidelines, develop
dispatch policies and ensure a standard level of training for participating VFF and Company
officers.
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Service Delivery (Public Education, Prevention, Inspection & Investigation, and Emergency Response)
Accountability
programs are monitored and assessed to:
ensure the effectiveness of the program
establish trends and statistical data forming the analysis for
risk vs. needs
o
risk vs. cost effectiveness
o
commit suitable resources to the delivery of the service
enhance the safety, training, skill and knowledge levels of staff assigned to program delivery
This program focuses on proactive public education and implementation of safety programs as the most
Public Education
effective means to achieve community protection (i.e. reduce personal injury, deaths and property loss).
Program
The Public Education Program is required in order to meet the minimum requirements of the
Fire
Protection and Prevention Act.
Implement the ‘Risk Watch’ program or similar safety education program in day care centres, nursery
Principles
schools and elementary schools in Oro-Medonte
Maintain a Smoke Alarm Program for residents and ensure that missing or faulty smoke alarms are
replaced promptly by property owners or occupants
Develop and maintain a public education program and an inspection program that adequately ensures
the fire safety of the transient residents at resort facilities.
Deliver appropriate provincial safety programs (i.e. “”, “”, “
Older And WiserSeniors Fire SafetyHome
”) to specific target groups
Safe Home
Develop effective media relations and provide timely media releases to maintain a high profile for fire
safety education
Identify resources needed to meet education objectives
Monitor and assess fire and emergency response trends in order to develop and deliver appropriate
education programs
Assess public fire safety awareness on an ongoing basis
Employ proactive prevention, inspection and investigation services as the second-most effective vehicle
Fire Prevention,
for community protection.
Inspection &
Investigation
Program Principles
Prevention & Inspection:
Work with the community to ensure compliance with Ontario Fire Code and other applicable codes,
regulations, standards and municipal by-laws
Monitor emergency response trends to assess effectiveness of service delivery and adjust Prevention
and Inspection programs to meet community needs
Monitor information and statistics for trends to assess effectiveness and adjust response and
prevention programs to meet community needs
Act as an information source and advisor to the community and Council
Maintain an effective, cooperative relationship with the community, clients, colleagues, peers and
other safety agencies
Work with the community to encourage the installation and use of modern technology in early
detection and warning systems (i.e. smoke alarms, carbon monoxide alarms, gas/fire detection and
alarm systems)
Work with the community to encourage the installation and use of automatic suppression systems
including residential sprinkler systems.
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Investigation:
Effectively determine the origin and cause of fires
Develop an effective, cooperative relationship with investigating agencies
Update staff with the most current skills and knowledge required for effective investigation
Conduct enforcement as appropriate, assist the Provincial Prosecutor and attend court
Emergency Incident Reactive strategies and the utilization of modern emergency response equipment, technology and
Response Program communications to control the loss and impact of injuries are critical elements to the services provided.
This is the last line of defence in public fire protection and is only activated following the failure of public
education and fire prevention and inspection programs.
Reduce personal injuries, deaths, property loss and environmental damage due to fire or other
Principles
emergency through
emergency response
Prevent death, relieve pain and reduce injuries through
emergency medical response
Utilize techniques to reduce personal injuries and deaths
1
rescue
Reduce personal injuries, deaths, property loss and environmental damage by utilizing basic
skills and services at the awareness level.
hazardous materials response
In particular, these principles will employ:
trained VFF available to respond to emergencies
timely and effective response
effective, cooperative relationships with support agencies
staff who have the training, skills and knowledge necessary for effective service delivery
use of modern equipment and technologies
monitoring of trends in service needs and identify models to effectively deliver each service
1 Refers to the following situations: auto collision, farm implement and heavy industrial/commercial extrication, fire or structure collapse search
and extrication, confined space extrication, ice/water, high level rescue
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Emergency response is based on deployment of the closest available Oro-Medonte Fire & Emergency
Service Delivery
Services resource. Emergency incident types are electronically categorized in the Computer Aided
Dispatch system, and appropriate resources are assigned and dispatched by the Orillia Fire
Communications Centre. The officer-in-charge may at any time upgrade the incident to a higher response
level, initiate a second station response, or request Mutual Aid if circumstances are warranted.
Mutual Aid:
Mutual Aid is a reciprocal program to provide/receive assistance at no cost to the requesting municipality
in the case of a major fire emergency in a member municipality. Oro-Medonte Fire & Emergency Services
is an active participant in the Mutual Aid Plan that includes the municipalities in Simcoe County. A request
for mutual aid is made at the discretion of the Incident Commander.
Response Time Management:
The time required to respond to an emergency incident is a critical benchmark for emergency services and
includes:
monitoring each component forming part of the total response time
assessing factors that impact the components of response time
assessing and implementing measures that may reduce response time
During the preparation of this Master Fire Plan it became clear that there are critical response time and
staffing risks throughout the municipality during the business day. Emergency service delivery in Oro-
Medonte is predominately dependant on volunteer staff – the time it takes staff to reach the station
constitutes an important element of the response time equation. Fire crews become less effective when
staffed with less than 4 firefighters.
Volunteer Fire Service Maintenance:
The services provided by volunteer staff are a critical component of service delivery. It is recognized that
the maintenance of a healthy viable volunteer fire service requires vigilant monitoring and prompt
implementation of measures deemed necessary to support the volunteer staffing component. The
volunteer service delivery model is supported by:
monitoring trends that negatively impact the ability of volunteer staff to provide effective service
assessing trends and developing measures to enhance the volunteer ranks
maintaining volunteer staff in key roles within the organization
meeting with the volunteer firefighters on a regular basis, at least twice a year
The number of qualified residents willing to act as Volunteer Firefighters continues to decrease. Those
that are continuing to volunteer are able to commit very limited amounts of time to the required training and
emergency responses.
The community is at the point at which some fire stations are routinely unable to deploy a single initial fire
attack/rescue team in the first 12 minutes during the business day. This results in occasional requests for
assistance from neighbouring fire stations. This further reduces overall daytime coverage in the
municipality and adds to already extended response times.
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Service Delivery
Performance will be monitored and subsequently adjusted on an ongoing basis to achieve:
Performance
Benchmarks
5 inspections conducted per week
1 public education programs delivered per week
in-service (depart station) time of 6 minutes
response time of less than 12 minutes
issuance of Burn and Fireworks Permits within 1 business day of the request
plans reviews completed within 10 days of submission of complete plans
new/renovated building commissioning process to be completed in accordance with of the department
and applicable legislation
To achieve these goals, there is a necessity for the Oro-Medonte Fire & Emergency Services to:
ensure that trained fire prevention and administrative staff are immediately available to meet with the
public
ensure that there are an adequate number of volunteer firefighters immediately available to respond to
emergency incidents, particularly during the business day
implement a program that addresses station location and design
routinely rotate and replace apparatus and equipment prior to the end of their service life
provide training and development opportunities to all staff
Oro-Medonte Fire and Emergency Services responds to residential/structure fires with a minimum of 2
pumpers and 2 tankers in approximately 12 -14 minutes on average. The goal of the department should
be to arrive in a rural or suburban community with a water distribution system within 10 minutes of receipt
of the alarm, with 10 firefighters with a minimum of two pieces of fire apparatus.
As the community grows, factors which negatively impact the ability of volunteer staff to meet this
benchmark include:
increased demands for services
increases on time demands of volunteer firefighters
increases in traffic flow during commute times
volunteer staff availability impacted by full-time employment demands as well as family commitments
Collectively, these factors indicate an improvement in functional staffing for emergency response during
the business day.
The Master Plan identifies the need to recruit current VFF on a rotating basis to be available for
emergency response during the business day and compensating them accordingly.
Commencing in 2014, fire administration staff have identified an additional account in the Operating
Budget to include a “phase in” of the costs associated with placing a crew of 4 VFF on standby, as
assigned by the Deputy Fire Chief, during the business day to ensure an adequate emergency response
capability that meets the needs of the community.
This strategy is centred on supporting the role of volunteer staff while maintaining and enhancing the
service provided to our community as identified in Master Plan.
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The strategy will be presented to Council for consideration as part of the annual budget deliberations, to
assess and identify:
areas where statistics indicate volunteer ranks need support to ensure adequate and appropriate
emergency response capabilities are maintained
roles to be filled by volunteer firefighters to enhance fire prevention, public education and pre-
emergency planning programs when they are not responding to emergencies
anticipated impact that this strategy may have on volunteer staff
As noted earlier, Public Fire Safety Guidelines are developed and distributed to municipalities and fire
departments by the Office of the Fire Marshal. The purpose of a guideline is to provide fire chiefs and
municipal officials with guidance concerning the development of fire service programs and the delivery
of public fire protection in Ontario.
Public Fire Safety Guidelines are the industrial standard and best practice for the operation of a fire
department and the delivery of public fire protection in Ontario. Council must understand that the Public
Fire Safety Guidelines are not legislated and are not mandatory. In the event of a major fire loss, serious
fire injury or loss of life due to fire, the Guidelines may be the standard to which the municipality and its’
Fire Department are compared or measured against during an investigation, a review of municipal fire
protection or a criminal or civil proceeding. Compliance with Public Fire Safety Guidelines demonstrates
due diligence and sound risk management practices on the part of the municipality.
DETAIL OF THE RECOMMENDATIONS
Administrative support to the Fire Chief is critical to ensure the delivery of effective and efficient public fire
Administration
protection. Fire & Emergency Services must continue to have administrative support available 5 days a
week. Public and telephone enquiries combined with fire reporting make this position critical. There is a
need to cross-train municipal administrative staff with fire administrative staff to ensure continuity of
operations in the event of absence or a major emergency incident.
The current Fire Department Establishing and Regulating By-Law must be reviewed in order to ensure that
the nature and quality of services delivered by the department are consistent with the expectations of
Council. The current By-Law is dated and there may be some concern that it does not adequately address
the appropriate levels and types of service provided by the department.
The job descriptions for the Fire Chief, Deputy Fire Chief and Fire Prevention, Fire & Life Safety Educator
Officer should be reviewed and updated to reflect current functions and requirements of these ranks.
These jobs have evolved over a period of time. It is prudent for the municipality to conduct the reviews
given the changes of roles and responsibilities particularly with respect to the delivery of training, the
impact of new or changing legislation and the role of the community emergency management coordinator
and alternate.
The municipality would be well served by incorporating all municipal driver training records, CVOR
documents, recognized authority and signing authority records into a single database within Fire &
Emergency Services. Fire & Emergency service has the largest number of driver’s and already delivers a
driver training program. It is time to merge all of these documents in a central depository.
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Fire & Emergency Services requires additional support from Information Technology (I.T.) staff in order to
Information
eliminate wasteful duplication of function when entering the same data into the Fire Watch system and the
Technology
Baker system. In several instances administrative staff are currently required to enter the same data into
two separate databases. Support from Information Technology should be able to overcome the current
duplication and free up administrative time for business critical functions.
Arrangements should be made through I.T. staff to maximize the technology available in the fire stations.
High speed internet access has been installed in all fire stations. Since computers have already been
installed in the stations, the installation of the fire reporting software would allow fire officers to enter fire
reports and casualty reports directly from the fire stations. This would also eliminate duplication and free
up some much needed time for the administrative assistant.
There will be a need for I.T. staff to provide training to fire officers if these changes are incorporated.
Fire Services rely on modern and complex communications systems and services which may be
Communications
prohibitively expensive to operate as a stand-alone function within each fire service. The provision of fire
service communications for Oro-Medonte should remain with Orillia Central Fire Communications Centre
unless they are no longer able to provide the service.
Fire & Emergency Services operates a fleet of approximately 20 heavy fire apparatus and 3
Fleet Maintenance
administrative and support vehicles. The fleet maintenance program operated by the department ensures
that apparatus receive the required routine and scheduled maintenance service as well as emergency
repairs. Most importantly the program also ensures that the firefighters are equipped with safe and reliable
fire apparatus that meet the needs of the community. The current fleet maintenance program should
continue until or unless the Township is able to provide the same service in-house on a 24/7 basis.
Fire & Emergency Services is currently meeting the legislative requirements of S. 2 (1) (a) of the Fire
Protection and Prevention Act (F.P.P.A.) and associated Public Fire Safety Guidelines.
The municipality must ensure that Fire & Emergency Services continues to conduct inspections upon
Fire Prevention and
request or complaint, delivers public education programs with some emphasis on school aged children and
Public Education
the elderly, and continues their effective smoke alarm program. It is critical that the department also
continues the annual inspection program for potentially high risk properties and continues the annual
review of approved Fire Safety Plans to ensure that they remain relevant and effective.
Fire prevention staff are aware of the potential growth at resort facilities. Should the proposed
development of rental condominiums carry forward, Fire Prevention staff will be required to implement a
public education program and an inspection program that adequately ensures the fire safety of the
transient residents at the resorts.
All staff conducting plans examinations related to the fire and life safety components of the Ontario
Building Code should complete the relevant training and examinations conducted by the Ministry of
Municipal Affairs and Housing (MMAH). This training is critical to demonstrate professional competency
while conducting plans examinations
Given the size of the department, the ongoing recruitment and rotation of firefighters out of the department
and the response volume, immediate consideration must be given to the creation and development of a
Chief Training Coordinator position within the department. This may be completed on a part-time or
contract basis for 21-28 hours per week.
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The recent transition in staffing within Fire & Emergency Services has allowed some of the focus and
Training
effectiveness of training programs and recent gains to be weakened or lost over the past 18 months.
There are also some training gaps between firefighters in the same stations. These gaps must be
addressed in order to mitigate risk and continue to improve performance and firefighter safety.
The training instructors require ongoing direction and support in order to ensure that individual station
training programs are being delivered in a consistent manner that supports all new Oro-Medonte
firefighters being able to successfully complete the Component 1 exam of the Ontario Firefighter
Curriculum within 12 months of being employed by the department.
All new Oro-Medonte firefighters must successfully complete the Component 1 exam of the Ontario
Firefighter Curriculum (or the NFPA Equivalent) within 12 months of being employed by the department.
The OFM has recently adopted the NFPA Standards switching from the Ontario Fire curriculum. The
department has begun to review firefighter training records and programs to insure they align with the
NFPA Standards. This will take place over the next several months.
All members of the department should be trained to the OFM Hazardous Materials and Terrorism
Awareness Level and the EMO IMS 100 Level. These are both self-study courses available over the
internet and are an extension of internal training that has been delivered by the department.
The department must continue its existing efforts to ensure that all officers, potential officers and
instructors are trained to the OFM IMS Level 1 or NFPA equivalent. This is the minimum level of training
required for a Company Officer (Supervisor) to demonstrate the professional competence required to
manage a simple or growing emergency incident.
The municipality should ensure that all officers and instructors are trained to the EMO Basic Emergency
Management (BEM) Level. Fire & Emergency services responds to all types of emergency incidents over
the course of the year. The BEM training will allow these fire offers to better understand and execute their
roles during an all-hazards event which may not be a typical fire emergency.
The Deputy Fire Chief should implement training for current and potential officers/supervisors to ensure
their continued competence and implement a succession planning program. As members of the
department continue to pass through the organization, it is critical that new supervisors are identified,
trained and prepared to take on new roles before a vacancy occurs.
From an organizational standpoint, many fire departments continue to play “catch-up” as people leave the
department. There is a general expectation within government that succession plans are in place. The
early identification and training of potential supervisors and leaders will go a long way towards meeting
that expectation. This would also demonstrate to staff that the needs of the department and the
municipality are cared for and properly planned for.
The response capabilities of volunteer fire services vary from area to area. Due to their very nature some
Fire Response
areas have larger call volumes, greater risks in terms of lives and property and/or longer response times
Areas
than other areas. The Fire Chief must review the existing fire response areas to ensure that residents are
receiving the most appropriate level of service. This may also include the need to assign two stations to
some emergency incidents as the need arises.
Should the number of VFF’s decline in a station, it may also be appropriate to align staffing with a
neighbouring station for administrative and reporting purposes.(example Sub Stn.1)
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Volunteer Firefighter availability during the business day is becoming a real challenge for most
municipalities in Ontario. Oro-Medonte faces this challenge as well. Efforts must be undertaken in the
immediate future to ensure that a crew of VFF is immediately available during the business day to ensure
a prompt and effective firefighting capability throughout the municipality. Potential options have been
discussed earlier in this report.
The Shanty Bay Fire Station must be replaced at the earliest opportunity with a larger and more modern
Facilities
and efficient facility. The new fire station should ideally be located on a site on Line 3 South or Line 5
South, north of Ridge Rd. The existing fire station may be renovated for community uses, including
recreation, providing that space remains to house one triple combination pumper which will operate as a
satellite from the new fire station.
This will ensure that the Fire Underwriter’s Survey (FUS) fire protection grading for the Shanty Bay area
remains the same or improves and may improve the fire protection grading for additional properties in the
fire district. It will also provide a quicker travel time to the Highway 11 corridor and the LSRA. This
relocation will have no effect on the current Water Tanker Shuttle Accreditation awarded to the
municipality.
The Warminster Fire Station requires an addition to the training room to allow for effective and meaningful
training to take place in the station. The current training room was designed for a different time and
purpose. It no longer affords sufficient room for effective training.
Plans should be undertaken for the municipality to acquire lands immediately adjacent to Station #3 for
the purpose of expanding the station when necessary, adding a training ground and allowing construction
of a Joint Public Safety Facility when there is a demonstrated need.
A capital budget plan should be implemented in order to ensure that all stations are equipped with back-up
generators and exhaust extractors as soon as possible. Both of these items are critical to ensure
emergency operations or improve worker safety
Triple combination Pumpers are the backbone to the delivery of public fire protection in Ontario. They are
Fleet Procurement
vital if a municipality wishes to maintain or improve its’ FUS Grading. The planned replacement of triple
and Replacement
combination pumpers prior to the end of their 20 year lifespan must be continued.
The Fire Chief should continue the planned replacement of the aerial truck over the next 5 years in order
to ensure that the department does not lose the aerial capability. This piece of apparatus will become
critical in view of planned growth in and around the Horseshoe Valley Resort. The municipality receives
no FUS credit for the pump on the current aerial due to its age.
There is a need to procure a Medium Duty Rescue Unit for Station #3 over the next 1-3 years. The
volume of collisions in the Station 3 coverage area, combined with planned growth in the coverage area
indicates the need for a medium duty rescue unit to be placed in Station #3 in the near future. The move
of an existing rescue unit was considered and evaluated and determined not to be feasible due to collision
volume rates (serviced by the fire department) in other areas of the municipality.
Administrative and support vehicles operated by the department should be equipped with 4 wheel drive.
Given the changing climate and topography of the municipality, senior officers must be able to respond to
major emergencies, under all conditions to carry out their duties. The use of 4 wheel drive response
vehicles by fire chiefs and senior officers having command responsibilities is commonplace in Ontario.
This will also provide a small fleet of vehicles that can be rotated to fire stations when needed
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As tankers come up for replacement, consideration should be given to the purchase of Tanker-Pumpers
with a ULC rated pump and ancillary equipment. This will ensure that the municipality has multi-role
apparatus which can be moved from station to station as needs warrant.
With the exception of Stations #1 and Station #4, the overall emergency response capabilities of the
department are meeting the needs and circumstances of the community. The issue of relocating Station #
1 has already been addressed in this summary.
Three roadways have been identified that if were connected would improve response times. They are
Emergency
Windfield Dr., Line 1 S. to Ridge Rd. and Robinson St. to Line 12 S. Following careful consideration, it is
Response Issues
believed that construction projects to connect these roadways would have a positive impact on overall
response times and operational effectiveness.
Emerging Technologies - DSPA-5 Rapid Intervention Tool
In the past year, Oro-Medonte Fire & Emergency Services has secured 3 DSPA-5 Rapid
Intervention Tools. 3 more are scheduled for purchase in 2014. One of these tools will be assigned to
Stations # 1, 4 and 5.
Releasing a cloud of potassium compounds, DSPA suppresses flames and disperses a fire within
seconds. This proven fire intervention tool can be used in a wide variety of fire scenarios to knock down
flames and lower the temperature drastically, allowing Fire Fighters the ability to enter, fight the fire
effectively and limit the danger to themselves and reduce property damage.
The DSPA can be used in any enclosed area where fire can cause major damage. Different types of first
responders have all used DSPA and saved thousands of dollars in property and equipment. Tested and
found to be effective on Class A, B, C, and K fires in contained spaces, a single DSPA can completely
suppress a fire in a 2,100 cubic foot room and will slow the spread of fire in larger spaces. DSPA can also
assist with Class D fires as a suppression agent.
DSPA5 offers:
1 Increased Safety: allows for safer entry, reduces overhaul and promotes safer firefighting tactics
2 Property Savings: an effective aid in the preservation of homeowner's property and valuables
3 Community Savings: less wear and tear on equipment and preserves community footprint
4 Insurance Savings: by using less water, this will reflect increased savings with reduced loss, live-out
expenses and occupant displacement
5 Reduced Environmental Impact: fewer hydro carbons released into atmosphere, substantial reduction in
toxic water introduced into the earth
DSPA used as an intervention tool:
• breaks down and interrupts flames
• works volumetrically
• prevents backdrafts or flashovers
• re-ignition does not occur immediately
• reduces the fire seat temperature
• non-toxic, is harmless to humans and animals
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• does not damage property
• is environmentally friendly
• is maintenance-free for five years
• is light-weight and very compact
Fire Station # 4 (Rugby)
During the firefighter consultation process there were several comments made related to expanding the
Station # 4 fire district. This would enlarge the coverage area and essentially require the need for
additional pieces of heavy fire apparatus. This idea was considered and found to be duplicative use of
scarce resources .An initial proposed change in the Draft Master Fire Plan to the southerly boundary has
been reviewed and will not be implemented.
The area serviced by Fire Station # 4 (Rugby) provides services in compliance with the minimum
requirements of the . The
Fire Protection and Prevention Act and the Occupational Health & Safety Act
station typically responds to about +/- 45 emergency incidents annually. Approximately 50% of all
emergencies serviced from the Rugby fire station are non-fire related and many of them are medical.
Station42011
45EmergencyIncidents
BurningComplaint1
COAlarm4
FalseFire5
Medical12
Other2
PreFireConditions3
PropertyFires6
PublicHazard3
Rescues9
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APPENDIX 1
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TOWNSHIP OF ORO-MEDONTECAPITAL FORECAST 2014-2018EMERGENCY SERVICES
Category:A H&S;
B Legislative;
C Lifecyclerenewal
SP SavingsPotential;
E Environmental Project
2014Proposed2015Proposed2016Proposed2017Proposed2018Proposed
ACShantyBayFirehall650,000
CDryHydrantInstallation10,000
ReplacementofPumper1 325,000
C
AutoExtricationEquipment 50,000
C
ReplacementofRescue#2
C 295,000
BackupGeneratorStation2
A 10,000
DieselExhaustExtractionstation3
36,000
A
ReplacementofTanker4,Pumper4
250,000
C
ReplacementofCar2 32,000
C
AirFillStation(SCBA) 10,000
C
BackupGeneratorStation6
A 12,000
DieselExhaustExtractionstation2
A 24,000
ReplacementofCar1
32,000
C
BackupGeneratorstation5
15,000
A
DieselExhaustExtractionstation6 36,000
A
DieselExhaustextractionstation5 24,000
A
Trainingroomexpansionstation5
AE 60,000
replacementofATV
C 14,300
ReplacementofTower3
775,000
C
BackupgeenratorStation4
A 7,000
DieselExhaustExtractionstation4 12,000
A
ReplacementofPumper3
360,000
C
DieselexhaustExtractionstation1
12,000
A
328,0001,376,000 167,000 808,300 372,000
FUNDINGSOURCE
VehicleReplacementReserve 282,000620,000 32,000 789,300 360,000
DevelopmentCharges
250,000
FacilityReplacementReserve
250,000
BudgetStabilizationReserve
46,000206,000 135,000 19,000 12,000
EquipmentReplacementReserve
50,000
328,0001,376,000 167,000 808,300 372,000
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Project Ward Lead(s) Date Status Financial
- Presentation deferred to January at
RTO7 drafted; Map layout/graphics
partnership with Lake Country and
County and Mountain Biking Club.
- Participating in Toronto Outdoor
(County/Township/Lake Country)
drafted with printer; Trade shows - Continuing to work with Simcoe
- Promotion campaign funded by
- Cycling Coordinator, funded by
- Cycling map content complete. Adventure and Bicycle Shows in
Trillium Foundation commenced
work. Continuing to implement.
- Trillium application approved.
updated display + materials in
- Presentation will be made to
Council in November seeking
- Cycling Open Houses held.
- Cycling map printed and in
- RTO7 funding application
Tourism Simcoe County.
approval of routes.
request of County.
booked shared
development.
distribution.
approved.
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Project Tracking November December
February 28, 2014
February
Appendix A
October
August
Pilot Cycling Project All Donna Hewitt April
May
CAOs Office/Administration
Report No
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community seasonal banners. Staff
Ministry; Training on new policies to
banners on County Roads 93 & 22.
- Coordinating on-site meeting with
Simcoe County staff re: location of
- Association successful with CDC
Expect response before year end.
- Application approved; waiting on - Funding ratified, waiting cheque,
- Application submitted to County.
- Policy forwarded to all staff and
ratification from County Council.
- Developing an implementation
process with SMT for Township
project implementation ongoing
grant application for funding for
- Compliance report filed with
.
report will come to Council in
nd
- Successful Christmas in
Craighurst November 22
happen in January.
posted on website.
November.
materials.
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November December November December
3 Donna Hewitt October All Donna Hewitt October
FebruaryFebruaryFebruary
Hewitt/Marie
Brissette
All Donna
CAOs Office/Administration
Accessibility Policy Information &
Development Funding Application
Craighurst Business Owners
Simcoe County Economic
Communications
Association
Report No
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$15,000 in
Project Ward Lead(s) Date Status Financial Project Ward Lead(s) Date Status Financial
Approved
operating
budget
base
scheduled to go live end of January.
- Gathering input from Departments
- Tap into Maple launch February
January 2014; Funding secured for
23 participating businesses.
Township website and at locations
through Recreation & Community
promotion of Tap into Maple 20
respondents (end of February)
- 2014 Visitor Guide advertising Fam Tour with Toronto media
- Guide on track for distribution
across Township nearly 150
Medonte during March break.
- Work on 2015 Visitor Guide
witt February - Survey finalized, distributed
- Initial Tap into Maple Trail
organizing meeting held with
on website content; Website
Services Guide, through the
- Photo project shoot in Oro-
sales and content finalized.
businesses committed.
- New website live.
.
th
deadline March 7
commenced.
businesses.
.
th
March 30
th
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Ontarios Lake Country All Donna Hewitt November December December
FebruaryFebruary
Municipal Website All Doug Irwin/Harold
External Customer Service Survey All Donna He
Daynard
CAOs Office/Administration
Corporate Services
Report No
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-Specific policies being updated prior
- Waiting scheduling of Phase 2 trial.
process; Inspections to begin Spring - Have categorized properties based
in early 2014 re:
- Report to Council in April 2014 re:
Simcoe Protection Plan OPA being
sent to the 581 owners of high-risk
confirmed Township ownership to
- Endorsement of costs received.
on risk. Correspondence will be
implementation January 2014.
to comprehensive update (i.e.
- Staff implementing in-house
completed in Fall 2013, Lake
- Public information sessions - In-house program ready for
Work Plan and Timelines for
Work plan and Timelines for
Complete Applications OPA
completion in Spring 2014)
Irwin October - Court decision received properties by end of March.
drafted for processing and
- Report to Council
waters edge.
completion. completion.
completed.
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December
FebruaryFebruary
OctoberOctober
l Andria Leigh/Glenn
4, 5Andria Leigh/Bobbi
Lakeshore Promenade 5 Doug
King White
Official Plan Update Al
Septic Maintenance Program 3,
Development Services
Corporate Services
Report No
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$100,000
Approx.
reserve
funded
install storage direction provided to
landscaping to be finished in Spring
occupancy expected before end of
- Work proceeding, scheduled for
re: contract to
- Warehouse expansion ongoing;
delayed. Anticipating occupancy
occupancy expected before year - Due to construction delays with
- Construction slowed, anticipate completed Spring 2014 with final
-Minor issues identified will be
- Partial occupancy (showroom)
- Project complete, tank filled,
sub-trades project has been
- Showroom reconstruction completion mid-November.
- Full occupancy granted.
.
occupancy in new year.
th
inspection/file closure.
received November 27
- Report to Council
November 2013.
staff to proceed.
mid-April.
2014.
end.
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5 Hugh Murray September
November November December November
Bobbi King October Hitch House 3 Bobbi King October
FebruaryFebruary
October
Napoleon/Wolf Steel 3
(Forest Home Industrial Park Water
Fire & Emergency Services
Regent Tool & Die Water Storage
Development Services
Report No
Cistern)
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- Public Open House will be held in - Meetings on-going as per Council
- Open Houses (public + fire) held.
- Receiving on-going input to plan;
property owners will be completed
report & presentation to Council
completed. Will be in service by
uary - Vehicle purchased; work being
- Communications to identified
.
th
- Report to Council Feb. 26
by end of March.
Feb. 2014.
mid-March.
November.
direction.
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November December
Fire Master Plan All Hugh Murray October Assembly Occupancy All Hugh Murray October
FebruaryFebruary
Rapid Response Vehicle All Hugh Murray Febr
Fire & Emergency Services
Report No
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$450,000
Approx.
reserve
funded
end of December. Report coming to
- Background study underway; to be - Background study to be completed
- Parks Canada grant for restoration funds to be submitted end of March.
- Building condition audit completed
- Expansion to be completed end of
- Occupancy anticipated by end of
- Report to Council re: services to
- Expansion enclosed; project on
lease/bylaw early February. Site
January; renovations to existing
work to be completed in Spring.
- Occupancy anticipated by mid-
- Request for additional County
complete background study for
. Staff
assessment direction to staff
- Full update report to Council
report to Council with revised
- Construction commenced.
space February; Clinic fully
- Revised lease executed.
st
completed end of 2013.
operational by March 1
Heritage Committee.
time and on budget.
end of March 2014.
.
nd
January 22
submitted.
provided.
January.
March.
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3 Shawn Binns September
December November December
September
FebruaryFebruary
OctoberOctober
Nurse Practitioner Clinic Expansion 1 Shawn Binns &
Donna Hewitt
Recreation & Community Services
African Church Assessment
Report No
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$3,557,000
Project Ward Lead(s) Date Status Financial
renovation
Approved
budget:
; report to
-Procurement process commenced.
development for launch early 2014.
.
delivered to Council mid- October. - Tender requalification process to th
- Target completion September
- Work commenced November 29
anticipate completion May 2014.
- All regulatory permits in place,
- Project underway; on budget;
construction to commence mid-
.
- Project update presentation
th
- Detail design procurement
appointments February 26
- Design work substantially
st
- Governance committee
- Fundraising plan under
be completed January 31
Council early February.
preparation underway.
- Project on schedule.
November.
complete.
2014.
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November December November December
Arena Renovations 4 Shawn Binns October Line 9 Boat Launch 4 Shawn Binns October
February
Recreation & Community Services
Report No
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second pavilion as approved in 2014 sponsorship target maybe ready to
- Staff continuing to research; visited
st program have deferred demolition of
- Expression of Interest has come to Council. Proponents reviewing their
business plan; Conceptual site plan
y - Friends of Sugarbush have nearly
prepared. Report back to Council 1
business plan including sponsors,
- Will continue with demolition of
purchase approved in 2014 also
- Proponents working on refined
other dome sites; Staff to report
nns February - Due to modified maintenance
met their fundraising/corporate
large pavilion. New pavilion
- Discussions continue with
partnerships, financing etc.
- Verbal update to Council
move ahead Fall 2014.
back on project.
.
quarter 2014.
th
proponents.
November 6
deferred.
budget.
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November December
Sports Dome 4 Shawn Binns October
February
Sugarbush Pavilion 1 Shawn Binns Februar
Bayview Memorial Park Pavilions 1 Shawn Bi
Recreation & Community Services
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- Due to weather/sidewalk conditions,
- Landowners Trustees meeting held.- New sidewalks to be installed 2014.
- Communication provided to Skyline.
- Research complete report will be
- Included in the 5 yr capital budget.
reconstruction & paving of existing
Awaiting response from regarding
- Developing a plan for up-grades
which includes Summer & Winter
completed for winter operations.
quarter 2014.
- Test well has been drilled and
- Original sidewalks have been
- Developing a 5 year plan for
- Temporary work has been
- Requested response from - Requested response from
- Waiting on response from - Waiting on response from
upgrades and operations.
coming back to Council.
1/4.
- RFP put in abeyance.
Landowners Trustee. Landowners Trustee. Landowners Trustee. Landowners Trustee.
nd
st
testing will begin.
plan deferred to 2
Maintenance 1
hard-top roads.
removed.
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1 Jerry Ball September
November November November November
Water Treatment/Provision 1 Jerry Ball October 1 Small Crescent 5 Jerry Ball October Sidewalks - General All Jerry Ball October Sidewalks - Hawkestone 5 Jerry Ball October Existing hardtop/asphalt
roads All Jerry Ball October
February
October
Transportation & Environmental Services
Waste Water Treatment
Horseshoe Valley
Report No
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11.b) Councillor Coutanche re: ROMA/OGRA Update.
Verbal Matters
(Section 12.3 of Townships
Procedural By-Law No. 2013-054)
Name: Mel Coutanche
Item Number/Name: 11b) ROMA/OGRA 2014 Conference update
Meeting Date: March 5, 2014
Motion No: C140305-17
Type of Meeting: X Council Special Council
Committee of Adjustment Accessibility Advisory Committee
Recreational Technical Support Group
Human Resources Committee
Heritage Committee
Speaking Notes:
CAO Dunn and Councillor Coutanche met Eric Hoskins, Minister of Economic Development
and Job Opportunities. Key messages were aimed at the Places To Grow Legislation, as it
pertains to linking job creation with residential growth. This prevents large projects (such as
Lake Simcoe Regional Airport commercial development, Skyline International at Horseshoe
Resort, etc. from proceeding with needed Economic Development(s). Minister Hoskins
appeared to appreciate this input. Our 14 minute meeting was extended to 18 minutes!
CAO Dunn and Councillor Coutanche attended an excellent session presented by Nigel
Bellchamber. The Subject: Readiness Checklist which included many activities needed or
soon-to-be-needed by municipalities. Some of these are: New Media, CAO Performance
Review, Preparing for natural disasters, Critical Turnover, Revenue Loss, 2014-2018
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11.b) Councillor Coutanche re: ROMA/OGRA Update.
Verbal Matters
(Section 12.3 of Townships
Procedural By-Law No. 2013-054)
Training, etc. Oro-Medonte scores well on this BUT has some work to do. Councillor
Coutanche will follow this up with a more-detailed list in the near future, perhaps through
the Human Resources Committee.
At the Monday afternoon Ontario Ministers Forum, NONE of the (25-30) questions were
directed to the Minister Of Economic Development and Job Opportunities even though
many of the questions had an Ec-Dev / Job need component. This causes concern about
the real priorities of the Ontario Government
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www.oro-medonte.ca
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saturday march 22nd 7:30pm
oro-medonte community arena
entry tickets $5.00raffle tickets $4.00
proceeds go to
Master of Ceremonies
Alastair Connolly
from CTV Barrie
www.battleofthebadges.net
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13.a) Correspondence dated April 24, 2014 from Association o...
From:
AMO Communications \[mailto:communicate@amo.on.ca\]
Sent:
Monday, February 24, 2014 4:23 PM
To:
Irwin, Doug
Subject:
AMO BREAKING NEWS - Bill 69
TO THE IMMEDIATE ATTENTION OF THE CLERK AND COUNCIL
February 24, 2014
Prompt Payment Act, 2013 Immediate Municipal Action Required
Bill 69, The Prompt Payment Act, 2013 has been referred to the Standing Committee on Regulations
and Private Bills of the Ontario Legislature. Municipalities are urged to write to the members of the
Standing Committee, the party leaders and their local MPPs. Following is a sample letter
municipalities can use to voice their concerns.
The Prompt Payment Act, a Private Members Bill proposed by Liberal MPP Steven Del Duca will set
strong limits on municipalities freedom of contract for construction and infrastructure projects if it is
passed without amendment. To ensure contractors and sub-contractors are paid quickly when they
undertake work, the Act would:
Amend all construction contracts to conform no ability to negotiate payment terms;
Eliminate any hold-back (including warranty and maintenance) beyond that allowed under the
Construction Liens Act and allow one day to release that hold back;
Not permit payments tied to contract or construction milestones;
Require progress payments every 31 days or less;
Deem payment applications as accepted within 10 days unless the payer provides written
notice and full particulars;
Payment applications can be based on services performed or materials delivered or services
and materials to be supplied;
Allow suspension or termination of a contract if progress payments are not paid on time; and
Allow contractors to request financial information regarding the construction owners viability to
undertake a project without limit.
Bill 69 provides for extremely short payment timelines that will not allow for appropriate review of work
and certification of the payments process. The Bill could result in costly work stoppages and restarts
and potential litigation to settle disputes.
AMO is requesting that Bill 69, The Prompt Payment Act, 2013 be amended to allow municipalities to
continue to exert prudent stewardship over public financial resources by:
reflecting more realistic timelines for payments in infrastructure projects;
allowing time for due diligence before accepting work and certifying payments; and
allow payments to continue to be tied to project milestones;
AMO Contact:
Craig Reid, Senior Advisor, E-mail creid@amo.on.ca, 416.971.9856 ext. 334.
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13.a) Correspondence dated April 24, 2014 from Association o...
Members of the Standing Committee on Regulations and Private Bills
c/o Valerie Quioc Lim, Committee Clerk
valerie_quioc@ontla.ola.org
Local MPPs
Dear (_______):
Re: Bill 69, The Prompt Payments Act, 2013 - An Act respecting payments made
under contracts and subcontracts in the construction industry
I am writing to you today regarding Bill 69, The Prompt Payments Act, 2013. This legislation will have
significant impacts on my municipalities ability to manage taxpayer funds prudently in construction
and infrastructure contracts. If it is passed as is, Bill 69 could negatively impact municipalities, other
public sector organizations, provincial government ministries and agencies as well as potentially
residents and homeowners.
In particular, Bill 69 will limit our ability to contract for the best payment arrangements to safeguard
public funds in each construction project we manage. It imposes unrealistic and imprudent timelines
for payment and to review work and certify payments; limits our ability to hold back reserves for
warranty and maintenance; and does not reflect the complex nature of financial arrangements under
large infrastructure projects.
As a result, we are requesting that Bill 69 be amended to:
reflect more realistic timelines for payments in infrastructure projects;
allow time for due diligence before accepting work and certifying payments; and
allow payments to continue to be tied to project milestones;
Sincerely,
(Name)
cc: The Honourable Kathleen Wynne, Premier of Ontario
The Honourable Linda Jeffrey, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing
Steven Del Duca, MPP, Vaughan
Andrea Horwath, NDP Leader
Tim Hudak, PC Leader
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13.c) Correspondence dated February 25, 2014 from Heather Hu...
From:
Heather Hutchinson
Sent:
Tuesday, February 25, 2014 12:44 PM
To:
Brissette, Marie
Subject:
Re: Heritage Properties Sub-Committee
Dear Marie;
In response to a request from Wayne Lintack, and following our ongoing communications re: the AME
Church, I have agreed to volunteer to provide any assistance I can to the Heritage Properties Sub-
Committee, if Council would be willing to have me as a participant.
While I have never previously acted as a participant on a Heritage Properties Sub-Committee, I was
involved to some degree with my Dad, Walter Hutchinson's previous work for the Township of Oro,
Heritage, local history, and preservation of artifacts has been a lifelong interest.
\[Confidential personal information distributed under separate cover\].
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13.d) Correspondence dated February 27, 2014 from Robert Bon...
From:
Bonofiglio, Robert (MCS) \[mailto:Robert.Bonofiglio@ontario.ca\]
Sent:
Thursday, February 27, 2014 12:33 PM
To:
DFerrier@barrie.ca; Bisson, James; cao@caledon.ca;smckenzie@clearview.ca;
DSmith@haltonhills.ca;CityManager@hamilton.ca;azuidema@london.ca;calexander@markham.ca;
daryl.bell@mississauga.ca;talktotheCAO@niagarafalls.ca;rgreen@oakville.ca; Dunn, Robin;
hbryce@penetanguishene.ca;cao@richmondhill.ca;iruffude@toronto.ca;lchua@toronto.ca;
Joseph.Chiarelli@vaughan.ca;cao@wasagabeach.com;caodept@city.windsor.on.ca
Cc:
Brezer, David (MCS); Stevely, Dawn (MTO); Waldron, Faith (MCS); Garrett, Karen (MAH);
Dutcher-Walls, Wesley (MAH); Rick Johal; mwilson@amo.on.ca; Duke, Jeff (MCS)
Subject:
Ontario government consultation on oversight of the towing industry
Good afternoon,
As you may be aware, the Ministry of Consumer Services is looking at establishing province-wide
oversight of the towing industry in Ontario to address issues related to road safety, auto insurance
fraud and consumer protection.
In Ontarios Fall Economic Statement, issued on November 7, 2013, the government committed to
working to develop a province-wide system to oversee the towing industry. A December 19, 2013
news release by the Ministry of Finance reiterated this commitment.
MCS plans to submit recommendations to government within the next few months, with possible
introduction of legislation in spring 2014.
Your municipalities have been identified as currently having a system in place to license tow
trucks. We are now seeking feedback from you on:
Municipal insights related to the oversight of towing; and
Advice on a province-wide approach to towing oversight.
Your municipalitys knowledge and insight are important to the development of a successful
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strategy. As such, we are proposing to hold a meeting with you on Thursday, March 13 from 2:00
to 4:00 p.m. to discuss towing oversight issues. Teleconference will be available.
Please let me know if you are interested in participating and who from your municipality should attend
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the meeting by Thursday, March 6.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at the telephone number and e-mail below.
Thanks.
Robert Bonofiglio
Senior Policy Advisor, Consumer Policy and Liaison Branch
Ministry of Consumer Services
robert.bonofiglio@ontario.ca
416-326-8874
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13.e) Correspondence dated February 21, 2014 from Orillia Pu...
TO:
Orillia Public Library Board
FROM:
Suzanne Campbell, CEO
DATE:
February 21, 2014
SUBJECT:
Annual Township Membership
Recommendation
THAT the Orillia Public Library Board determines a payment plan for Oro-Medonte and Severn
Township residents with a one year membership expiry date.
Background
Contract Negotiations
The contract negotiations, based on the parameters defined by the City of Orillia Council,
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were presented to both Townships on December 19. A response was received from Oro-
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Medonte Council after a meeting on February 5. A decision was made to move to a pay
for use arrangement with the Library and the residents of Oro Medonte. A decision was
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made by Severn Township Council on February 19 to move to pay for use.
Oro-Medonte and Severn Township have offered to reimburse their citizens for up to half of
the contract cost based on a non-resident membership fee of $150.00. Oro-Medonte and
Severn have requested a pro-rated amount for 2014 based on payment for the first quarter,
bringing the base amount to $112.00.
The residents will purchase their cards at the Library and pay fifty per cent of the cost of a
library membership. The Township will be invoiced monthly for the township half of the
membership costs.
Policy
b) Children under the age of 14 are required to have a parental/guardian signature in order to gain
membership. A membership will not be given to a child under the age of 14 without a
parental/guardian signature.
By signing the membership application, parent/guardians recognize that a card will be issued to
their child and that the parent or guardian is responsible for the materials borrowed on the card.
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By signing the membership card, parents/guardians recognize that they are allowing their child to
have access to all materials and resources including the internet. If a parent or guardian wishes
to limit their childs access to library materials and resources, they must enforce this themselves.
The library cannot withhold materials or services from any patron regardless of age.
Children aged 14 and up will follow the procedures for adult memberships.
c) Permanent resident of contracting townships (A resident is considered permanent if s/he can
produce identification bearing a local mailing address. In addition the lot and concession number
or street address must be given. The library retains the right to withhold membership until
confirmation has been received from the municipal office.)
e) Non-residents (direct fee) - Those residents who do not qualify for membership in (b) or (c) above
or (e) below must pay a yearly or six month per household fee, the amount of which is calculated
as follows:
Annual - Total budgeted expenditures for the previous year divided by the number of members
registered during the previous year; plus 30% rounded to the nearest dollar.
Six-month - 50% of the annual fee plus $5.00. To be reviewed annually.
Issues
Children must be issued an individual Library card for use of library materials, resources, and attending
programs as per policy 812(b). Staff suggests adopting as procedure that Children be given a library card at
the $2.00 replacement cost for each child in the family.
Youth older than 14 are treated as adults and will use the household issued card. This may create issues for
computer use and program attendance requiring on-line registration. Staff are recommending a student card
be created with a Youth designation. Students would need to show proof of attending an educational
institution or program.
Christmas time signifies the time of year when families can least afford extra out of pocket expenses.
Renewing memberships at the beginning of a calendar year could contribute directly to a drop in
memberships. We already experience this with members who owe a balance on their account and ask to pay
at a later date due to spending over the holidays.
Analysis and Options
Option 1
Accept Pro-rated base amount of $112.00
Payment schedule:
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April 1 June 30 : Cost $112.00 (resident direct cost: $56.00 township invoice: $56.00)
July 1 st Sept. 30 th : Cost $84.00 + 5.00=$89.00 (resident direct cost=44.50 Township invoice $44.50)
October 1 st Dec. 31 st: Cost $56.00 + 5.00=$61.00 (resident direct cost: $30.50 Township invoice 30.50)
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No membership will be sold past December 31 unless a new agreement is in place.
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Membership Expiry date: March 31 2015
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Pros
Recognizes the payment for service that has been made by the Townships for the first quarter with a
pro-rated base amount.
Payment schedule is based on the policy 812(e) presently in place for six month membership.
Recognizes the decrease in term for borrowing by decreasing payment amounts on a quarterly basis.
Allows for budget decisions which will be made later as the 2015 budget deliberation will occur in 2015
due to municipal elections.
Recognizes staff concerns over a December 31 st membership expiration.
Cons
Potential for a decrease in revenue as residents may delay purchase of memberships to obtain the
discounted rate.
Membership for township residents will be extended three months beyond year end while payment will
only have been received for 2014 membership.
No subsidized new memberships can be sold in 2015 until an agreement is reached for 2015.
Members who wish to sign up for a membership in the latter part of the year ( October, November,
December) will be required to come back within a few months to pay again. This can be a barrier to
new members as well as renewing members.
Allowing all township memberships to expire at the end of the year will be confusing for patrons to
understand. i.e. "Why did I have to pay so much last month when my neighbour Joe paid less this
month?"
Explaining how prorated payments work to patrons both verbally and on out internet site will be difficult
as the cost will always be fluctuating.
Option 2
Accept Pro-rated base amount of $112.00
Payment schedule:
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April 1 June 30 : Cost $112.00 (resident direct cost: $56.00 township invoice: $56.00)
July 1 st Sept. 30 th : Cost $84.00 + 5.00=$89.00 (resident direct cost=44.50 Township invoice $44.50)
October 1 st Dec. 31 st: Cost $56.00 + 5.00=$61.00 (resident direct cost: $30.50 Township invoice 30.50)
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No membership will be sold past December 31 unless a new agreement is in place.
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Membership Expiry date: December 31 2014
Pros
Membership expires at the end of the budget year.
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Recognizes the payment for service that has been made by the Townships for the first quarter with a
pro-rated base amount.
Payment schedule is based on the policy 812(e) presently in place for six month membership.
Recognizes the decrease in term for borrowing by decreasing payment amounts on a quarterly basis.
Cons
Potential for a decrease in revenue as residents may delay purchase of memberships to obtain the
discounted rate.
No subsidized new memberships can be sold in 2015 until an agreement is reached for 2015.
Staff concerns will not be addressed.
Members who wish to sign up for a membership in the latter part of the year ( October, November,
December) will be required to come back in one or two months to pay again. This can be a barrier to
new members as well as renewing members.
Allowing all township memberships to expire at the end of the year will be confusing for patrons to
understand. i.e. "Why did I have to pay so much last month when my neighbour Joe paid less this
month?"
Explaining how prorated payments work to patrons both verbally and on out internet site will be difficult
as the cost will always be fluctuating.
Option 3
Accept pro-rated amount of $112.00. Length of Membership will be 9 months, expiring between December 31 st
2014 and September 30 th 2015.
Pros
Recognizes the payment for service that has been made by the Townships for the first quarter of 2014
with a pro-rated base amount.
There is the potential for greater revenue as there will be no discounts offered throughout the year.
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Recognizes staff concerns over a December 31 membership expiration.
Easily explained to customers as the terms of membership are similar to those already in place.
Cons
No subsidized new memberships can be sold in 2015 until an agreement is reached with the
Townships for 2015.
Comments from Other Departments
A heavy workload will be placed on circulation staff requiring all township memberships to be expired
on one date, could result in the need to have an increased level of staffing in Circulation.
Oro-Medonte and Severn Township have only agreed to finance fifty per cent of the membership costs
through 2014.
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Policy Impact
Policy 812 could be impacted with revisions required depending on the option chosen
The present policy (812 e) provides two options for membershipannual and six month. The Board would be
required to waive the annual membership and allow for a 9 month membership to be purchased by Oro-
Medonte and Severn Township residents in 2014. Alternatively a nine month membership option could be
added to the policy.
If the Board decides to implement the Youth membership category, as staff advice, a new policy would need to
be developed.
Financial Impact
See details in each option
Summary
Option 3 addresses the majority of staff concerns and is most similar to policies and procedures already in
place.
Prepared by:
Suzanne Campbell
CEO
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The Corporation of the Township of Oro-Medonte
By-law No. 2014-026
A By-law to regulate Construction, Demolition, On-site Sewage,
Change of Use Permits; Inspection and Fees
And to Repeal By-Law No. 2008-083 (Building By-Law)
Whereas
pursuant to the Building Code Act, SO 1992, c.23, as amended, the
Lieutenant Governor in Council has established a Building Code (O.Reg.332/12)
which is in force throughout Ontario;
And Whereas
Section 7 of the Building Code Act, 1992, SO, c 23 as amended,
authorizes a municipal Council to pass by-laws;
a) Prescribing classes of permits under this Act, including permits in respect of
any stage of construction or demolition;
b) Providing applications for permits and requiring the applications to be
accompanied by such plans, specifications, documents and other information
as is prescribed;
c) Requiring the payment of fees on applications for and on issuance of permits,
requiring the payment of fees for maintenance inspections, and prescribing the
amount of fees;
d) Providing for refunds of fees under such circumstances as prescribed;
e) Requiring a person specified in the Building Code to give notice to the Chief
Building Official of any stage of construction specified in the Building Code, and
Act;
f) Prescribing forms respecting permits and applications for permits and providing
for their use;
g) Enabling the Chief Building Official to require as constructed plans upon
completion of the construction as may be prescribed in the Building Code;
h) Providing for the transfer of permits when the land changes ownership;
i) Requiring the person to whom a permit is issued to erect and maintain fences
to enclose the site of the construction or demolition within such areas of the
municipality as may be prescribed
j) Prescribing the height of the fence required under clause (i).
Now Therefore
the Council of The Corporation of the Township of Oro-Medonte
enacts as follows:
1. Citing
This by-law may be cited as the Building By-law
2. Definitions
In this by-law
Act
2.1 means the Building Code Act 1992, SO, c.23, as amended.
Applicable Law
2.2 means applicable law as defined in the Building Code.
Applicant
2.3 means the owner of a property who applies for a permit or any
person authorized by the owner in writing or any person or Corporation
empowered by statute to construct or demolish as defined by BCA1.1 or
such persons acting for the Corporation.
As-Constructed plans
2.4 means as constructed plans as defined in the
Building Code.
Architect
2.5 means the holder of a license, a certificate of practice or a
temporary license under the Architect Act as defined in the Building Code.
Building
2.6 means a building as defined in Section 1 (1) of the Act.
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Building Code
2.7 means the regulations made under Section 34 of the Act.
Building Code Act
2.8 means the Building Code Act 1992, SO, c.23, as
amended.
Chief Building Official
2.9 means the Chief Building Official or his/her
designate, appointed by By-Law of The Corporation of the Township of Oro-
Medonte for the purposes of enforcement of the Act.
Construct
2.10 means to do anything in the erection, installation, extension or
material alteration or repair of a building and includes the installation of a
building unit fabricated or moved from elsewhere, and has a corresponding
meaning; (construction).
Corporation
2.11 means The Corporation of the Township of Oro-Medonte.
Demolish
2.12 means to do anything in the removal of a building or any material
part thereof has a corresponding meaning (demolition).
Designer
2.13 means the person responsible for the design.
Inspector
2.14 means an Inspector appointed under Section 3, of the Act.
Municipality
2.15 means The Corporation of the Township of Oro-Medonte.
OBC
2.16 means Ontario Building Code.
Owner
2.17 includes the registered owner of a property, a lessee, tenant,
mortgagee in possession, or person otherwise in charge of any property,
acting as the authorized agent of the owner.
Permit
2.18 means written permission or written authorization from the Chief
Building Official to perform the work regulated by this Chapter and the Act, or
to Change the Use of a building or part of a building or parts thereof as
regulated by the Act.
Plumbing
2.19 means plumbing as defined in Section 1 (1) of the Act.
Professional Engineer
2.20 means a person who holds a license or a temporary
license under the Professional Engineers Act as defined in the Building Code
and has corresponding meaning (engineer).
Regulations
2.21 means regulations made under the Act and include, without
limiting the generality of the foregoing, the Ontario Regulation and
Amendments thereto, otherwise referred to as the Building Code.
Sewage System
2.22 means a sewage system as defined in Section 1(1) of the
Act.
2.23 Other terms which may be used in this by-law shall have the meaning
ascribed to them in the Building Code Act, 1992 and regulation 337/12
Building Code.
3. General Provisions & Administration
3.1Classes of permit
- That Classes of Permits required for construction,
demolition or change of use are set forth in Schedule "A" attached hereto
and forming part of this By-law.
3.2Application
- That where required under the Act, the owner of the property
shall file with the Chief Building Official an Application for a Permit, which
shall be on the prescribed form available at the Administration offices or the
Township website.
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3.3
That the owner shall give, clearly and fully, information required to complete
the said Application Forms and shall verify the correctness of the information
supplied in the Application by means of a declaration as provided. When the
person signing the application is an agent a signed letter of authorization is
required from the owner. Where the property owner is a Corporation, a copy
of the Articles of Incorporation shall be submitted and kept on file detailing
the signing authorities.
3.4
That in addition to the information required in Section 3.3 of this By-law, the
owner shall submit such additional information as is necessary to establish
compliance with the Regulations.
3.5Construction plans
- That unless otherwise directed by the Chief Building
Official, the owner shall submit the following in duplicate:
1) Plans drawn to scale, including design calculations, sufficient to enable
the Chief Building Official to obtain full and complete information as to the
extent and character of the proposed work, as set out in Schedule B of
this by-law.
The minimum scale to be used for dwellings or additions is to be 3/16 =
1 for plan view and 1/8=1 for elevations.
Other plans shall be no less than ¼=1.
2) Site plans, drawn to scale, showing the location of the proposed building
and septic if applicable with respect to the street line and all other
property lines and other buildings and structures presently located on the
property.
Site Plans, when required by the Chief Official, shall be referenced to an
up-to-date survey.
3) Grading Plan, drawn to scale, showing the location of new and existing
drainage patterns with respect to the street and other property when
required by the Chief Official, may require a professionally prepared lot
grading / drainage plan.
i. The lot grading plan shall be prepared by an OLS or Professional
Engineer.
ii. The grading plan shall contain, a solid benchmark in a solid and
convenient location, with the proposed elevation of the top of the
foundation, underside of the footings and finished floor elevations
clearly indicated.
iii. Lot grading guarantee, the cheque in the amount set out in the fees
and charges and bylaw shall be submitted to the Township
administration office prior to the applicant submitting plans to the
Townships Engineer for review and approval.
iv. Lot grading refund shall be returned to the party upon successful
completion of the grading approved by the Township Engineer
Consultant. All fees for review by the Township Engineer
Consultant shall be deducted from the lot grading deposit. The
owner is solely responsible for cost of the lot grading design and
review by their OLS or Engineer.
4) Every application for a permit under Section 10(1) of the BCA known as
Change of Use plans shall contain:
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i.scription and location of the existing building including existing
and proposed occupancy classifications.
ii. Complete application as required by Section 3.3 of this bylaw.
iii. Plans, specifications and reports that identify the construction index,
hazard index and performance levels of the building including
floors, walls, roofs, fire separations and early warning evacuation,
plumbing and sewage system as applicable.
iv.e as described in the fees and charges bylaw.
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5) Sewage system permits under Section 8(1) of the BCA shall contain the
following:
i. Complete application as required by Section 3.3 of this bylaw.
ii. Complete schedule 1 & 2 of the Ministry prescribed application
form.
iii. Complete Municipal form 1, 2, 3 or 4 as applicable or sufficient
information detailed in a clear manner laid out by the designer.
iv. The information detailed in iii. shall contained depth of bedrock(if
applicable), depth of water table, soil properties including
permeability, proposed sewage system design.
v. A cross-section.
vi. Site plan detailing, legal description, property boundaries,
roadways, easements, right-of-ways, municipal/utility corridors,
driveways, north arrow, existing and proposed structures and wells
including setbacks to the proposed septic system, and location of
the proposed system including tank, treatment unit, bed and mantle,
as applicable.
Applicable law
3.6 - That prior to the issuance of a Permit, the owner shall
obtain and submit with the Application such approvals as may be required
under any other applicable law.
Conditional permit
3.7 - That notwithstanding the requirements of Sections 3.5
and 3.6 of this Bylaw, the Chief Building Official at his/her sole discretion may
issue a Conditional Permit in compliance with Section 8(3) of the Act. Permits
issued under those circumstances shall have progress restricted to that
portion of the work for which drawings and other prerequisites are complete.
1) The applicant shall furnish sufficient additional information on the entire
project to establish the feasibility of compliance with the Regulations
and remit the fees payable for the entire project, prior to the issuance of
the Conditional Permit.
2) That where a Conditional Permit subject to progress restriction has
been issued, the holder of the Permit may proceed with the work only
within the limits of the progress restriction. Such restriction shall not be
removed until all conditions have been met.
Fit out
3.8 - That where a Permit has been issued for a building in which interior
walls are to be constructed at a later date for the purpose of creating more
than one suite within the building, the owner is required to, and shall apply for
Building Permits for each suite so created and provide a plan sufficient to
establish conformity with the Code, for the entire building prior to the creation
of such suites.
As Constructed
3.9 - That when required by the Chief Building Official, the
owner shall provide as constructed drawings including a survey showing the
location of the building(s) upon the completion of the project.
Fences
3.10 - Where in the opinion of the Chief Building Official a construction or
demolition site presents a particular hazard to the public, the Chief Building
Official may require a fence be erected and maintained the site of
construction or demolition. Such fences shall be constructed in such a
manner as to be stable, prohibit access to the site by the public.
Consideration by the Chief Building Official shall be given to proximity of
occupied buildings, proximity to public areas and the road, the duration of the
hazard, the effectiveness of the hazard and the hazards presented by the
construction activities and the materials.
All fences shall be installed in accordance with the current version of the
Occupational Health & Safety Act and shall be a minimum of 5 in height.
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Transfer of Building Permits-
3.11 Active Permits are transferable only upon
the new owner completing a permit application form as required by Section
3.3 of this bylaw and
i. Copy of the transfer deed
ii. Description of the permit being transferred
iii. Fee set out in the fees and charges bylaw
iv. No changes to the transferred permit are permitted, any changes will
result in the transferred permit being revoked and a new permit
application process as set out in this bylaw will be required.
Permit placard
3.12 - Every owner shall, prior to the commencement of any
project post the permit placard in a conspicuous location near the road where
it is clearly visible and shall remain until the permit is complete.
Fees
3.13 - All fees shall be paid as described in the Townships current Fees and
Charges By-law.
Refund
3.14 - All refunds of fees shall be in accordance with the provisions set
out the Townships Fees and Charges By-law.
Abandoned permit applications
3.15 - An application for a permit required by
this bylaw will be deemed abandoned and cancelled six (6) months after the
date of the permit application submission unless in the opinion of the Chief
Building Official, such application is being seriously proceeded with.
Applicant will be notified if a Permit has been deemed abandoned and where
no response is received the application and documentation will be destroyed.
Any refund is in accordance with the provisions set out in the Townships
Fees and Charges By-law.
Alternative solutions
3.16 - An applicant providing a design other than the
prescriptive design in Division B of the OBC shall do so using Division A
Sections 2 & 3 detailing the Objectives and Functional Statement of the
supporting article of Divisions B where the alternative is sought. The
applicant shall provide sufficient supporting documentation and reports to the
Chief Building Official to support their proposal. All fees are described in the
Townships Fees and Charges By-law.
Revisions
3.17 - As per BCA 8(12) no person shall make a material change or
cause a material changes to be made to a plan, specification or document of
which the permit was issued without notifying and filing the details of the
changes for approval the Chief Building Official. Fees are described within
the Townships Fees and Charges By-law.
4. Notices of Inspection
4.1 The owner or authorized agent shall provide notice of the readiness of
inspection for all categories as described in Division C 1.3.5.1.(2) and
Division C 1.3.5.2.(1) of the OBC.
4.2
Occupancy, no person shall occupy or permit to be occupied a building or
part thereof unless the Chief Building Official or designate have issued a
permit authorizing occupation of the building in accordance with BCA 11(1)
and Division C 1.3.3.1(1) and Division C 1.3.3.4.(1) of the OBC.
5. Violation and Penalty
5.1 Any person or director or officer of a corporation who contravenes this by-law
is guilty of an offence under section 36 of the Building Code Act as amended.
5.2 Convictions of an offense may be subject to penalties under the Building
Code Act.
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6. Code of Conduct
6.1 The Chief Building Official and Building Inspectors appointed by Council shall
abide by a Code of Conduct as described in the Building Code Act and
defined by the Code of Conduct policy attached in Schedule C.
6.2 A complaint of breach of such Code of Conduct shall be submitted to the
Director of Development Services in writing.
7. Severability
7.1 Should any section, subsection, clause or provision of this by-law be
declared by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, the same shall not
affect the validity of this by-law as a whole or any part thereof, other than the
part declared to be invalid.
7.2 That should the provision of this by-law conflict with any provisions of a
Township by-law, the provisions in this by-law shall prevail.
8.
That Schedules A, B and C attached hereto shall form part of this by-law.
9.
That By-law 2008-083 is hereby repealed in its entirety.
10.
And That this by-law shall take effect on the final passing thereof.
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By-law read a First, Second and Third time, and Passed this 5 day of March
2014.
The Corporation of the Township of Oro-Medonte
______________________
Mayor, H.S. Hughes
______________________
Clerk, J. Douglas Irwin
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Schedule A
to By-Law 2014-026 for
The Corporation of the Township of Oro-Medonte
Classes of Permits
Building Permit For all Occupancy Classifications A,B,C,D,E,F and
ancillary use buildings and Farm Buildings as
defined by the Ontario Building Code.
Demolition Permit For all Occupancy Classifications A,B,C,D,E,F and
ancillary use buildings as defined by the Ontario
Building Code
Conditional Permit Pertains to construction only when issued under
section 8(3) of the BCA at the discretion of the
CBO
Designated Structure Permit For all designated structures as described by
Division A 1.1.2.2(2) of the OBC
Transfer Permit To be issued to a new owner where an active
permit is issued and project is ongoing
Change of Use Permit Issued when required under section 10(1) of the
BCA and Division B Part 10 of the OBC
Plumbing permit Where required when project pertains only to
plumbing
Tent Permit For temporary use or special events tents where a
permit is required
Temporary Permit For temporary use of a building or trailer
Sign Permit As required by Division B 3.15 of the OBC
Sewage Permit For all on-site sewage systems with a design
capacity of less than 10,000L/day for all sewage
systems on the lot and wholly contained within the
lot it serves. Defined as per Division A 1.4.1.2.(1)
HVAC For installation of the mechanical components
required by the OBC
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Schedule B
to By-Law No. 2014-026 for
The Corporation of the Township of Oro-Medonte
Plans and Specifications Required
All permit applications shall be accompanied with:
Documentation verifying compliance with applicable law
Permit application
Details as described in the chart below for classes of permits
Residential
Schedule 1 designer sheets for house and HVAC
Dwelling
Energy Efficiency Design Summary Form
Foundation Plan
Floor Plan
Exterior Elevations
Roof framing plan / truss layout and preliminary specifications
Cross sections
Air Barrier details
I-Joist layout and beam specs and details (as required)
ICF CCMC approvals and details (as required)
Heat loss Calculations, duct design and layout
Ventilation summary
Any applicable CCMC or BMEC approvals
Residential
All plans described above as related and
Additions
Existing floor plan layout with rooms labelled
Decks
Schedule 1 House
Plan view detailing, piers, beams, joists, stairs
Cross section detailing guards, all connections and connection
at dwelling
Ancillary
Schedule 1 designer sheet House
Buildings to
Foundation plan
Residential
Floor plan
Roof framing plan (if stick framed) / truss layout
Cross section
I-Joist layout and details (as required)
Demolition
For buildings less than 3 storeys or less than 600m2:
permit
A site plan showing the building to be removed
Note: the site shall be fenced prior to commencement of
demolition
For Building greater than 3 storeys or greater than 600m2, pre and
post tensioned or within the angle of repose
Site plan as above
Fencing as above
Retain the services of an Engineer including general review
Engineer shall include a description of the structural design
characteristics of the building and the method of demolition
Tents
All permits issued for tents are for temporary, short term or special
occasion events
Site plan detailing location of buildings, driveways and tent
including setbacks to all existing buildings, septic systems and
other tents
Verification of FSR of tent canvas
Anchorage detail
Engineering design and general review where tent exceeds
2
222min accordance with Division C 1.2.1.1.(5) & 1.2.2.1.(7)
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Temporary
For the use of a building on a short term basis due to fire,
Buildings
construction, sales offices, etc.
(trailer)
Site plan showing location of proposed trailer including setbacks
to other buildings and septic system
Floor plan layout showing rooms, exits, emergency lighting,
stairs and landings
HVAC
Heatloss calculation for proposed building
Duct layout
Mechanical ventilation summary
Schedule 1 HVAC-House or Building Services as applicable
Signs
Where required by Division B 3.15 all signs shall be constructed in
accordance with Part 4
Plan view indicating size and Anchorage details
Site plan showing location
Engineering design and general review as per Division C
1.2.1.1.(6)(7) & 1.2.2.1.(8)(9)
Designated
Engineering as appropriate for the structure
Structures
Sewage
As detailed by Section 3.5 (5) of this by-law
Systems
Large
The services of an Architect or Engineer are required to provide the
Residential,
design as per their respective Acts. All plans shall be accompanied
Large Non
by the appropriate seal.
Residential
General Review as required by Division C 1.2.2.1 of the OBC
Buildings
3 copies of all plans and specifications
including
Site plan detailing requirements of Division B 3.2.5
Post
Sub surface soil investigation report
Disaster
Architectural and Engineering for plans as detailed below:
Buildings
Matrix
Foundation plans
Floor plans
Roof plans
Elevations
Cross sections
Stair, balcony and mezzanine details
Fire separations
Emergency lighting, exit signage fire extinguisher location
Lighting layout
Electrical plans and specifications
Plumbing including sanitary and storm
Mechanical plans and specifications
Sprinkler plans and details including hydraulic calculations
Fire alarm plans
Travel distance and egress
On site water for fire fighting
SB10 forms
As applicable to the project
Change of
As detailed by section 3.5(4) of this by-law
Use
Conditional
As detailed by section 3.7 of this by-law
Permit
Small Non-
Schedule 1 designer sheet Small Buildings, Plumbing-all
Residential
building, Building Services or Engineering
Buildings
All plans as detailed above for large buildings as applicable to
the project
SB10 forms
Ancillary
Schedule 1 designer sheet Small Buildings
Buildings for
Foundation plan
other than
Floor plan
House
Roof framing plan (if stick framed)/truss layout
Cross section
I-Joist layout and details as required
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Schedule C
to By-Law No. 2014-026 for
The Corporation of the Township of Oro-Medonte
Code of Conduct for Building Officials/Inspectors
Preamble
This Code of Conduct as required under BCA 7.1(1) applies to the Chief Building
Official and Building/Septic Inspectors appointed under the Building Code Act in the
exercise of a power or the performance of a duty under the Building Code Act or the
Building Code. This Code of Conduct is in addition to the Corporate Code of
Conduct for all employees of the Township of Oro-Medonte.
Purpose
The purpose of this Code of Conduct is to promote appropriate standards of
behaviour and enforcement actions to ensure Building Officials and Inspectors
apply standards of honesty and integrity, and to prevent practices constituting an
abuse of power including unethical or illegal practices.
Standards of Conduct
Building Officials and Inspectors shall undertake:
1. To always act in the public interest, particularly with regard to the safety of
building works and structures.
2. Not to act where there may be or where there may reasonably appear to be a
conflict between their duties and their employer, their profession, their peers
and the public at large and their personal interests.
3. To apply all relevant Building By-laws, codes and standards appropriately and
without favour.
4. To all at time abide by the highest moral and ethical standards and avoid any
conduct which could bring or tend to bring Building Officials and Inspectors to
disrepute.
5. To comply with the provisions of the Building Code Act, the Ontario Building
Code and all other Acts or Laws which regulate or govern Building Officials
and Inspectors of their functions.
6. To not act beyond their personal level of competence or outside their area of
expertise.
7. To maintain their knowledge and understanding of the best current building
practices, the building laws and codes relevant to their inspection and plan
examination function.
8. To extend professional courtesy to all.
Breaches of Code of Conduct
The Ontario Building Code Act provides that the performance of Building Officials
and Inspectors will be measured against this Code of Conduct. The municipal
administration will review any allegation brought forward that the Code of Conduct
has been breached. Disciplinary action rising from violations of this Code of
Conduct is the responsibility of the municipal employer and will be based on the
severity and frequency of the violations in accordance with relevant employment
standards and the Corporate Disciplinary Policy for employees.
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The Corporation of the Township of Oro-Medonte
By-law No. 2014-031
A By-law to provide for the maintaining of land in a clean and clear condition
and to Repeal By-law No. 2010-076
Clean and Clear By-law
Whereas
Section 127 of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c. 25 as amended,
provides that local municipality may require the owner or occupant of land to clean and
clear the land, not including buildings or to clear refuse or debris from the land, not
including buildings, and to regulate when and how these matters shall be done and to
prohibit the depositing of refuse or debris on land without the consent of the owner or
occupant of the land, as well as to define refuse for the purpose of this section;
And Whereas
Section 131 of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c. 25 as amended,
provides that a lower-tier municipality may prohibit and regulate the use of land for the
storage of motor vehicles for the purpose or wrecking, dismantling them or salvaging
parts from them for sale or disposition;
And Whereas
Section 444 of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c. 25 as amended,
provides that if a municipality is satisfied that a contravention of a by-law has occurred,
the municipality may make an order requiring the person who contravened the by-law or
who caused or permitted the contravention or the owner or occupier of the land on
which the contravention occurred to discontinue the contravening activity;
And Whereas
Section 445 of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c. 25, as amended,
provides if a municipality is satisfied that contravention of a by-law of the municipality
passed under this Act has occurred, the municipality may make an order requiring the
person who contravened the by-law or who caused or permitted the contravention or the
owner or occupier of the land on which the contravention occurred to do work to correct
the contravention;
And Whereas
Section 446 of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c. 25, as amended,
provides if a municipality has the authority under this or any other Act or under a by-law
under this or any other Act to direct or require a person to do a matter or thing, the
municipality may also provide that, in default of it being done by the person directed or
required to do it, the matter or thing shall be done at the persons expense;
And Whereas
the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Oro-Medonte deems it
necessary, expedient and in the public interest to enact a By-law to require the owners
and occupants of land within the Township to keep such land clear of refuse that is in
contravention of the Townships Comprehensive Zoning By-law;
Therefore
the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Oro-Medonte hereby
enacts as follows:
1. That Appendix A form part of this By-law.
2. This By-law may be cited as The Township of Oro-Medonte Clean and Clear
By-law.
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3. That By-law No. 2010-076 is hereby repealed in their entirety.
4. This By-law shall come into full force and effect upon approval of set fines by the
Attorney General.
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By-law read a First, Second and Third time, and Passed this 5 day of March
2014.
The Corporation of the Township of Oro-Medonte
Mayor, H.S. Hughes
Clerk, J. Douglas Irwin
Appendix A
to By-law No. 2014-031 for
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The Corporation of the Township of Oro-Medonte
For the purpose of this By-law:
Domestic Waste
means any article, thing, matter or any effluent belongings to or
associated with a house or household or concerning or relating to the home or family
that appears to be waste material; and for the greater certainty, but not so as to restrict
the generality of the foregoing terms of this provision, it is hereby declared that domestic
waste extends to the following classes of waste material:
a) Accumulations, deposits, leavings, litter, remains, rubbish, trash;
b) refrigerators, freezers or other appliances, any attached hinges or
latching, locking or other closing mechanism or device;
c) Furnace, furnace parts, pipes, fitting to pipes, water or fuel tanks;
d) Inoperative motor vehicles and motor vehicle parts including but not
limited to tires, mechanical equipment, mechanical parts, accessories or
adjuncts to the motor vehicles and mechanical equipment;
e) Inoperative watercrafts and watercraft parts including but limited to
mechanical equipment, mechanical parts, accessories or adjuncts to the
watercraft and mechanical equipment;
f) Papers, cartons;
g) Furniture;
h) Crockery;
i) Sewage;
j) Salvage materials;
k) Waste Materials;
l) Yard Waste.
Industrial Waste
means any article, thing, matter or any effluent belongings to or
associated with industry or commerce or relating to manufacture or concerning or
relating to any trade, business, calling or occupation that appears to be waste material
or salvage material; and for the greater certainty, but not so as to restrict the generality
of the foregoing terms of this provision, it is hereby declared that industrial waste
extends to the following classes of waste material:
a) Articles, things, matter or effluents, which in whole or in part or fragments
thereof, are derived from or are constituted from or consist of;
i) agriculture, animal, vegetable, paper, lumber or wood products;
ii) mineral, metal, or chemical products;
iii) whether or not the products are manufactured or otherwise processed.
b) Automotive parts, inoperative motor vehicles, vehicle parts, mechanical
equipment, mechanical parts, accessories or adjuncts to the vehicles and
mechanical equipment;
c) Watercraft parts, inoperative watercrafts, mechanical equipment,
mechanical parts, accessories or adjuncts to the watercraft and
mechanical equipment;
c) Piping, tubing conduits, cable and fittings or other accessories or adjuncts
to the piping, tubing, conduits or cable;
d) Containers or pallets of any size, type or composition;
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e) Material resulting from, or as part of, construction or demolition projects;
f) Rubble, inert fill;
g) Bones, feathers, hides;
h) Sewage;
i) Salvage materials;
J) Waste Materials.
Inoperative Motor Vehicle
means a vehicle having missing parts, including tires or
damaged or missing glass or deteriorated or removed metal adjunctions, which prevent
it from functioning mechanically in the way for which it was originally designed, or which
does not have a current valid motor vehicle permit and license plate issued by the
Ministry of Transportation.
Inoperative Watercraft
means a boat having missing bodywork, components or
parts, or damaged components, parts bodywork, glass or deteriorated or removed metal
adjunctions, which prevent it from functioning in the way for which it was originally
designed.
Motor Vehicle
means commercial and industrial vehicles and equipment,
automobiles, motorized snow vehicles, off-road vehicles, motorcycles, all-terrain
vehicles, farm equipment, construction equipment and heavy machinery.
Municipal Property
means any property situated within the Township of Oro-
Medonte that is owned or controlled by the Township.
Noxious Weeds
means, as defined in the Weed Control Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. W5, as
amended, a plant that is deemed to be a noxious weed under subsection 10 (2) or
designated as a noxious weed under clause 24 (a) of the Act.
Officer
means the Municipal Law Enforcement Officer for The Corporation of The
Township of Oro-Medonte.
Owner
means a registered owner of the property and, for the purpose of this By-law,
includes any lessee, tenant or occupant whether in lawful occupation or not.
Person
means any natural person, firm, partnership, association, corporation,
company or organization of any kind.
Refuse
means garbage, debris and other waste materials or effluent (including
domestic waste, industrial waste and yard waste) that, in the opinion of the Officer,
a) Appears to be cast aside or discarded or abandoned; or,
b) Appears to be worthless or useless or of no practical value; or,
c) Appears to be used up, in whole or in part, or expanded or worn out in
whole or in part.
Salvage Material
means any scrap metal, steel, plastic, rubber or other such
materials or substances of goods of commercial value or not, collected, deposited,
stored or kept for any purpose such as, without limitation, further cutting, sorting or
processing, or disposition elsewhere, including the storage of used motor vehicles for
the purpose of wrecking or dismantling them or salvaging parts thereof for sale or other
disposal.
Standing or Stagnant Water
means standing still or without flow or current and
remains in one location;
Township
means The Corporation of The Township of Oro-Medonte.
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Vehicle
means and includes a motor vehicle, trailer, commercial motor vehicle, an
automobile, motorcycle, motor assisted bicycle, a motorized snow vehicle, traction
engine, farm tractor, self-propelled implement of husbandry, road building machine and
any other vehicle propelled or driven otherwise than by muscular power
Watercraft
means any vessel which floats on the surface of the water and is capable
of carrying people or materials whether motorized or not and includes but is not limited
to boats, pleasure craft, scows personal water craft, canoes, row boats, pontoon boats
and commercial boats, when on the water or on land.
Yard Waste
means and includes, but is not limited to, plant cuttings, roots, weeds
leaves, fallen trees, hedge and shrub trimming, brush cuttings twigs and branches
under 7.5 centimetres in diameter.
2.0 General Provisions
2.1
No person shall cause or permit refuse to be deposited or remain on any land in
the Township.
2.2
No person shall throw, place, deposit, or store refuse or debris on private
property without the written authority of the owner of the property.
2.3
No person shall throw, place, or deposit refuse on Municipal property without
written consent from the Township.
2.4
No person shall fail to keep their grounds, land or vacant lot free from all refuse.
2.5
No person shall use any land within the Township for dumping or depositing or
storing or keeping of refuse of any kind.
2.6
Subsections 2.1 and 2.2 above to do not apply to the following:
2.6.1
land used by the Township for the purpose of lawfully dumping or
depositing of refuse;
2.6.2
land designated by By-law of the Township for the purpose of lawfully
dumping or disposing of refuse.
2.7
No person in any Residential Zone or an Agriculture/Rural Zoned property
permitted only to be used for residential purposes as per the Townships
Comprehensive Zoning By-law shall fail to keep their land, their lawn, all grass,
and other non-noxious weeds cut and trimmed so as to be no more than thirty
(30) centimeters in height.
2.8
No person in any Residential Zone or an Agriculture/Rural Zoned property
permitted only to be used for residential purposes as per the Townships
Comprehensive Zoning By-law shall fail to remove or destroy any noxious weeds
located on their land.
2.9
No person in any Residential Zone or an Agriculture/Rural Zoned property
permitted only to be used for residential purposes as per the Townships
Comprehensive Zoning By-law shall fail to keep their land free and clear from
standing or stagnant water.
2.9.1
Subsection 2.9 does not apply to lands designated Environmental
Protection (EP) or swamps, marshes, ponds, bogs and fens as per the
Townships Comprehensive Zoning By-law.
3.0Inoperative Vehicles/Watercrafts
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3.1
No person shall fail to keep their land clean and free from the following:
3.1.1
more than the one (1) allowable inoperative motor vehicle to be wrecked
or dismantled for their parts or otherwise in Residential One (R1),
Residential Two (R2), Rural Residential One (RUR 1), Rural Residential
Two (RUR 2), Shoreline Residential (SR) and Residential Limited Services
(RLS) as identified in Townships Comprehensive Zoning By-law; or
3.1.2
more than the two (2) allowable inoperative motor vehicle or vehicles to
be wrecked or dismantled for their parts or otherwise in a Agriculture/Rural
(A/RU) Zone as identified in Townships Comprehensive Zoning By-law;
or
3.1.3
more than the one (1) allowable inoperative watercraft or watercrafts to
be wrecked or dismantled for their parts or otherwise in Residential One
(R1), Residential Two (R2), Rural Residential One (RUR 1), Rural
Residential Two (RUR 2), Shoreline Residential (SR) and Residential
Limited Services (RLS) Zones as identified in the Townships
Comprehensive Zoning By-law; or
3.1.4
more than the two (2) allowable inoperative watercraft or watercrafts to
be wrecked or dismantled for their parts or otherwise in a Agriculture/Rural
(A/RU) Zone as identified in the Townships Comprehensive Zoning By-
law.
4.0 Right of Entry
4.1
The Officer, for the purpose of inspection and/or remedial action, may enter upon
the land as per the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c. 25 at any reasonable time
without notice for the purpose of determining compliance with this By-law.
4.2
An Officer exercising a right of entry on behalf of the Township under this By-law
must, on request display or produce proper identification.
5.0 Notice to Comply
5.1
An Officer may, by personal service or by notice sent by registered mail to the
owner(s) of the land or structure, require the owner(s) within a time specified
in the notice:
5.1.1
To clean, clear or remove from the land refuse of any kind;
5.1.2
To correct or eliminate or draw any standing or stagnant water;
5.1.3
To remove the inoperative motor vehicles(s), inoperative watercraft or
unlicensed or dismantled trailers or motor vehicles or watercrafts that are
to be wrecked or dismantled for their parts or otherwise.
5.2
Any notice sent out by the Officer shall clearly identify the land.
5.3
Every notice sent out to an owner(s) shall be sent to the address shown on the
most up to date assessment roll or to the last known address.
6.0 Failure to Comply
6.1
Where an owner, having been served with a notice, fails to comply with the
notice within the time specified, the Township may cause the matter or thing to
be done at the owners expense.
6.2
The Township may cause anything to be done that was provided for in the notice,
including causing any of the following to done:
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6.2.1 to clean, clear or remove refuse of any kind;
6.2.2 to correct, eliminate or drain stagnant water;
6.3
Where any of the matter or things are removed in accordance with section 6.1 of
this By-law, the matter or things may be disposed of immediately.
7.0 Fees
7.1
The Officer may impose an inspection fee for each inspection conducted in
relation to non-compliance of this By-law as per the Townships Fees and
Charges By-law.
8.0 Recovery of Cost
8.1
As per the Townships Fees and Charges By-law, any work required to bring the
property into compliance with the By-law, expenses incurred by the Township in
doing the work as well as any related fees, shall be deemed to be taxes and be
collected by action or the costs may be added to the tax roll for the property and
collected in the same manner as taxes.
9.0 Enforcement
9.1
An Officer is hereby authorized and empowered to enforce the provisions of this
By-law.
10.0 Offences
10.1
No person shall hinder or obstruct, or attempt to hinder or obstruct, any Officer
exercising a power or preforming a duty under this By-law. Any person who
alleged to have contravened any of the provisions of this By-law shall identify
themselves to the Officer upon request, failure to do so shall be deemed to have
obstructed or hindered the Officer in the execution of their duties.
10.2
Any person who contravenes any of the provisions of this By-law may be
charged with an offence and upon conviction shall be liable to a fine as provided
for in the Provincial Offences Act, R.S.O.1990 c. P. 33, as amended.
11.0 Severability
11.1
Where a court of competent jurisdiction declares any section of this By-law
invalid, the remainder of this By-law shall continue in force unless the Court
makes an to Order to the contrary.
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THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF ORO-MEDONTE
BY-LAW NO. 2014-032
A By-law to Provide for the Giving of Names to Highways within the
Township of Oro-Medonte, County of Simcoe
(File: 43-OM-20001 \[2012-SUB-01\], Horseshoe Ridge \[Landscape Drive Ph. 3\])
Part of North Half and South Half of Lot 3 and Part of Lot 4, Concession 4 (Oro)
WHEREAS
Section 11 of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c. 25, as amended,
authorizes a municipality to pass by-laws with respect to highways;
AND WHEREAS
Section 61(1) of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c. 25, as
amended, provides that the municipality may enter upon land lying along a highway to
install and maintain a sign setting out the name of a highway.
NOW THEREFORE
the Council of the Township of Oro-Medonte hereby enacts as
follows:
1. That the highways located within File: 43-OM-20001 \[Horseshoe Ridge\], Part of
North Half and South Half of Lot 3 and Part of Lot 4, Concession 4 (Oro), shall,
on the day this by-law takes effect, be respectively named as Oakmont Avenue,
Landscape Drive, Horseshoe Ridge Way, Boville Court and Ponytail Court
attached hereto as Schedule A and forming part of this by-law.
2. That the names for the public highways Oakmont Avenue, Landscape Drive,
Horseshoe Ridge Way, Boville Court and Ponytail Court shall be affixed at
every affected intersection thereof on public property. Where it is not practical to
affix the name on public property, it shall be affixed on private property.
3. This by-law shall take effect on the final passing thereof.
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BY-LAW READ A FIRST, SECOND AND THIRD TIME, AND PASSED THIS 5 DAY
OF MARCH, 2014.
THE CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF ORO-MEDONTE
Mayor, H.S. Hughes
Clerk, J. Douglas Irwin
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Schedule A to By-Law No. 2014-032
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The Corporation of the Township of Oro-Medonte
By-Law No. 2014-027
Being a By-Law to Confirm the Proceedings of the Council Meeting held on
Wednesday, March 5, 2014
Whereas
Section 5 of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, C. 25, as amended
provides that the powers of the Municipal Council shall be exercised by By-Law,
unless the municipality is specifically authorized to do otherwise;
And Whereas
The Council of The Corporation of the Township of Oro-Medonte
deems it expedient that the proceedings at this Council Meeting be confirmed and
adopted by By-Law;
Now Therefore
the Council of The Corporation of the Township of Oro-Medonte
hereby enacts as follows:
1. That the actions of the Council at its Council Meeting held on Wednesday,
March 5, 2014, and in respect to each Motion, Resolution and other actions
passed and taken by the Council at its said Meeting is, except where prior
approval of the Ontario Municipal Board is required, hereby adopted, ratified and
confirmed.
2. That the Mayor and the proper Officials of the Township are hereby authorized
and directed to do all things necessary to give effect to the said action or to
obtain approvals where required and to execute all documents as may be
necessary on behalf of the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Oro-
Medonte.
3. That the Mayor/Chair and Clerk/Designate are hereby authorized and directed to
execute and affix the corporate seal to all necessary documents.
4. And That this by-law shall come into force and take effect on the final passing
thereof.
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By-Law Read a First, Second and Third time, and Passed this 5 day of
March, 2014.
The Corporation of the Township of Oro-Medonte
__________________________
Mayor, H.S. Hughes
__________________________
Clerk, J. Douglas Irwin
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